heat rash

noun

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Grab them to prevent a heat rash, treat one, or do both. Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 7 May 2025 In contrast, heat rash (miliaria) occurs when sweat glands are blocked, trapping sweat in the skin. Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025 Doc describes general medicine as part doctor, part detective, and that day's appointments deal with irritable bowel, heat rash, and folliculitis. Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024 Those who have heat rash should keep the affected area dry, apply powder to increase comfort and avoid using ointments and creams. Shamani Salahuddin, The Tennessean, 26 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for heat rash

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heat rash was in 1887

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“Heat rash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heat%20rash. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

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