Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Suggest Remedy For Heat Rash
Brief Answer:
can be used along with in case there is infection along with inflammation
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The fucidin would be help if there is a bacterial infection as well.
In some cases of rash, if the area is uncomfortable or itching, when a persons scratches or touches the area, bacteria can be introduced under the skin causing infection along with the initial inflammation.
Since there are from different families of medications, they can work together. The hydrozole would treat inflammation/irritation, the fucidin - any bacterial infection that may be present.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
can be used along with in case there is infection along with inflammation
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The fucidin would be help if there is a bacterial infection as well.
In some cases of rash, if the area is uncomfortable or itching, when a persons scratches or touches the area, bacteria can be introduced under the skin causing infection along with the initial inflammation.
Since there are from different families of medications, they can work together. The hydrozole would treat inflammation/irritation, the fucidin - any bacterial infection that may be present.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thanks for that, what is the best way to prevent these blisters/rash in future
I work in a hot environment that my feet sweat a lot, would changing socks every few hour throughout my shifts , and would using baby powder help to reduce sweating, is it possible to toughen the skin to stop blisters/rash?
I work in a hot environment that my feet sweat a lot, would changing socks every few hour throughout my shifts , and would using baby powder help to reduce sweating, is it possible to toughen the skin to stop blisters/rash?
Brief Answer:
may be difficult if continuously exposed to heat
Detailed Answer:
HI
Unfortunately once exposed to a lot of heat, there is a risk of future problems.
Changing the socks is good, if you can use cotton material that would keep the feet as cool as possible , this may help.
Calamine lotion or zinc based creams may help relieve initial irritation.
There is no known way to toughen the skin to prevent the rash
Please feel free to ask any additional questions
may be difficult if continuously exposed to heat
Detailed Answer:
HI
Unfortunately once exposed to a lot of heat, there is a risk of future problems.
Changing the socks is good, if you can use cotton material that would keep the feet as cool as possible , this may help.
Calamine lotion or zinc based creams may help relieve initial irritation.
There is no known way to toughen the skin to prevent the rash
Please feel free to ask any additional questions
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
