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Why do heat rashes develop around the eyes?

Jan 28, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Introduction
Heat rash refers to miliaria. In general, possible causes of miliaria around the eyes may include a humid environment, excessive sweating, excess oil production, clogged pores due to cosmetics, and blepharitis. It is recommended to seek medical evaluation and follow the doctor's advice for treatment. In daily life, maintaining good eye hygiene and avoiding rubbing the eyes with hands can help promote eye health.

Heat rash refers to miliaria. In general, possible causes of miliaria around the eyes may include humid environments, excessive sweating, excess oil production, clogged pores due to cosmetics, and blepharitis. It is recommended to seek medical evaluation and follow a doctor's advice for appropriate treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Humid Environment

A humid environment can cause facial skin to remain moist, making it easier for the skin to absorb moisture, leading to enlarged pores that are more prone to blockage and thus resulting in miliaria. Prolonged exposure to overly humid conditions should be avoided.

2. Excessive Sweating

Excessive sweating increases moisture on the skin surface, which may lead to pore blockage. Sweat contains salt and other components; when present in excess, it may crystallize on the skin surface, clogging pores and causing miliaria. This may be accompanied by localized itching or stinging sensations, with tiny crystalline particles forming from dried sweat. After sweating, it is important to wipe away sweat promptly to prevent accumulation.

3. Excess Oil Production

Overactive sebaceous glands can make the facial skin excessively oily. When combined with other factors such as bacteria and dead skin cells, this can easily lead to miliaria, possibly accompanied by localized itching. Using a gentle facial cleanser can help remove excess oil and keep the skin clean.

4. Cosmetic-Induced Pore Blockage

Using too much makeup or unsuitable products may clog pores. In particular, eye-area cosmetics can interfere with normal secretion of the meibomian glands, potentially causing itching around the eyes and the appearance of small bumps or miliaria. After wearing makeup, it is essential to thoroughly remove eye makeup using appropriate products to prevent residue buildup.

5. Blepharitis

Blepharitis refers to an infection of the glands along the eyelid margins. It leads to abnormal glandular secretions that may block nearby pores, resulting in miliaria around the eyes. Besides miliaria, symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain of the eyelids, increased discharge, and sometimes pustules along the eyelid edges. Under medical guidance, medications such as levofloxacin eye drops, erythromycin eye ointment, or chlortetracycline hydrochloride eye ointment may be used to relieve discomfort.

In daily life, maintaining good eye hygiene and avoiding rubbing the eyes with hands can contribute to better eye health.

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