Heat allergy is not exactly a type of allergy. What happens is that, with the hottest days, a series of allergic reactions can appear due to the heat, sweat, synthetic clothes or wearing jewelry, for example.
According to the World Health Organization, in Brazil, 30% of the population suffers from some type of allergy. Among them are the rash, common in babies and young children, contact dermatitis, hives and allergies caused by insect bites.
Signs and symptoms that may indicate heat allergy
The main signs and symptoms that may indicate heat allergy are:
- Small red balls in the regions exposed to the sun or in the regions that most perspire; Itching in the most affected areas; Crusting in the spots of the balls due to the act of scratching the skin; Appearance of red plaques on the skin; Swelling of the region that became more exposed in the sun;
When the person is exposed to heat for a long time, other symptoms may appear, such as nausea, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, vomiting and excessive tiredness, for example, but which can also vary according to the person's degree of allergy.
These changes can appear in people of any age, but they are more frequent in babies, children, the elderly and bedridden people. The regions most affected are the neck and armpits.
How to treat heat allergy
The treatment for heat allergy consists of moisturizing the skin well with creams containing aloe or calamine, which have a calming action, taking cold baths, drinking plenty of water, wearing light clothes, avoiding excessive sweating and keeping the place where it is properly ventilated. and fresh.
Cleaning the baby's neck with a soft, clean diaper helps to reduce the rash, reducing irritation. Applying talc can help keep the skin dry, however, if the baby continues to perspire, the talc may not be effective and it is best to bathe the baby several times a day, using only water, to protect the baby's skin.
Chamomile tea slightly cold, or at room temperature is also useful to use as a compress to relieve skin irritability. Discover another home remedy option.
In more severe situations, if these measures are not enough to solve the problem, it may be necessary to use lotions, creams or ointments with corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone or betamethasone, but only if they are prescribed by the doctor. Corticoid formulas should be used in small amounts and applied in a thin layer for a short period of time, as directed by the doctor, so as not to damage the skin.
