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Ondarker skin tones, the rash may look gray, white, or slightly darker than surrounding skin.
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Baby rashesare common, and it can be difficult to know what the rash is.
Remove their clothes as often as possible, and loosen their diaper if it is rubbing against the rash.
Go light on the clothing, both in weight and color, and use lightweight bedding.
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Are Heat Rashes in Babies Avoidable?
Heat rash can’t always be avoided, but some measures can helpreduce the risk.
It is common in babies and children.
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Heat rash can cause symptoms such as raised bumps that may be fluid-filled and discolored skin.
The rash can be itchy or cause a prickly, pins-and-needles feeling.
Heat rash is typically not serious, but it can sharesimilar symptomsto more concerning conditions.
Talk to a healthcare provider if your child has symptoms you are curious or concerned about.
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