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Heat rash (miliaria)

Eruption caused by obstruction of sweat glands, frequent in intense heat. Common in babies and adults undergoing high temperatures and humidity.

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What is Sudamine

Sudamine — also known as miliaria or rash — is an eruption that arises when the sweat glands become blocked and the sweat cannot come out to the surface of the skin. It usually appears in intense heat, humidity or fever, and is especially frequent in babies whose ability to regulate temperature is immature.

It's benign and self-limited, but uncomfortable. Recognizing it and correcting triggering factors solves in most cases.

Signs and symptoms

  • Small gallbladders or papules, very close to each other.
  • Frequent locations — neck, trunk, folds (arms, groins), face in babies.
  • Redness around the lesions (in more superficial forms).
  • Itch or stinging sensation in some forms.
  • They typically appear during or after a period of intense heat/perspiration.
  • They don't cause fever or general symptoms.

Causes

  • Heat and humidity — the main factor.
  • Clothes tight or breathless.
  • Fever with heavy sweating.
  • Very warm babies or in warm environments.
  • Prolonged bed rest (bed adults).
  • Use of occlusive products on the skin.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis is clinical — the appearance and context (heat, sweating) are characteristic. In an online consultation, the dermatologist evaluates photographs and a questionnaire on context and evolution.

Options for treatment

Environment correction

The main step — freshen up, lighten up, avoid occlusive products. In most cases, it's enough to solve.

Local care

Fresh baths, dry the skin well in soft touches, fresh cotton linen. Avoid creams or powders that may further obstruct pores.

Dermatologist evaluation

In extensive, very pruritic or persistent cases, the dermatologist may indicate specific formulations and exclude other similar conditions.

Talk to a dermatologist about Sudamine

No months-long wait for an in-person appointment. Each case reaches the dermatologist already prepared with photographs, history and questionnaire answers. Choose a report in under 24h or a booked video consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I use strong creams in the Sudamine?

Nope. Occlusive creams can worsen — they increase gland obstruction. The treatment is mainly by the environment (fresh, airy) and gentle skin care.

Is it dangerous in babies?

Usually not. It is very common in babies and solves with proper environment. If there is fever, malaise, intense itching or extensive lesions, assessment by a dermatologist or pediatrician is useful.

Is the online consultation for Sudamine?

Yeah. By photography and history, the dermatologist confirms the diagnosis and guides care — especially useful in doubt between Sudamine and other eruptions.

How long does it take?

Usually 2-3 days after correction of factors. If you persist for more than a week or worse, seek evaluation.

Assess Sudamine Quickly

Send photos and answer the questionnaire. A dermatologist confirms the diagnosis and guides the treatment.