2023-06-23 23:21:00
2023/06/24 08:21 Weather News
Have you ever had small bumps or peeling skin on your palms and soles? Dr. Yuko Nomura, Director of Nomura Dermatology Clinic (Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City), a specialist in dermatology, will teach you about skin troubles caused by sweaty skin, sweat blisters.
Bumps on the palms and soles of the feet?
In the coming season, various skin problems are more likely to occur due to sweat and heat. Pompholyx is one of them.
“Polyem blisters are, so to speak, heat rashes that appear on the hands and feet. Small blisters of about 0.5 to several millimeters in size appear on the skin, and the skin peels off. It is also called dyshidrotic eczema.
It is said to be caused by sweat produced by the sweat glands clogging the stratum corneum and accumulating. In addition to the palms and soles of the feet, it can be applied to areas that tend to sweat, such as between the fingers and toes.
Pompholyx is more likely to occur in children and adolescents, and in people who sweat easily on their hands and feet. In addition, it seems that people who wear rubber gloves for a long time and their hands get stuffy due to the corona sickness are also annoyed.
Furthermore, it is said that when the climate is unstable and there are many days with large temperature differences, it becomes easier for sweat to become clogged.” (Professor Nomura)
What if you get sweat blisters?
What should I do when I get a blister?
“It is strictly forbidden to pop the blisters or forcefully pick off the skin that has turned up.
Pompholyx will heal on its own in 2-3 weeks. If you don’t feel itchy, wipe off the moisture with a clean towel after washing your hands or taking a bath, and wipe frequently if you sweat.
If you have itching or mild pain, you may scratch unconsciously, causing the blister to burst or the skin to peel, which may progress to eczema hymenopereal. If it gets worse, secondary infection may occur and swelling may occur, so it is better to see a dermatologist as soon as possible.
A dermatologist will prescribe topical steroids to reduce inflammation and creams containing urea to soften the stratum corneum. If there is itching, oral treatment such as antihistamines to reduce itching and antibiotics may be given if a secondary infection occurs.” (Dr. Nomura)
Are there any other cases where it would be better to see a doctor?
“If the symptoms do not improve even after taking the above measures, there is a possibility of other diseases such as ringworm (athlete’s foot), palmoplantar pustulosis, and bullous blisters, an autoimmune disease.
Also, if blisters interfere with your daily life, see a dermatologist. There are also cases of pompholyx and eczema on the hands.” (Professor Nomura)
To avoid getting pimples
Pompholyx is a recurrent disease.
“If you have any idea, please pay attention to the temperature difference and indoor humidity. It is important to use appropriate air conditioning and ventilation to avoid high temperature and humidity. Especially when you go to bed, be sure to keep the room temperature and bedding so that it does not get stuffy. Be careful.
Also, if the skin on your hands and feet becomes hard or dry, sweat will easily clog up, so use a moisturizer such as hand cream appropriately.
Pompholyx itself is a mild symptom, but since the skin barrier is broken, it is easy to get a rash on things that come in contact with your hands. In addition, frequent hand washing may make it worse, and alcohol disinfection may sting, and it may interfere with daily life. Never leave it unattended, let’s take good care of it.” (Professor Nomura)
Extreme heat is expected this year, mainly in western Japan and Okinawa. In order not to suffer from skin troubles such as sweat blisters, let’s be careful about room temperature and humidity.
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