- It is caused by occlusion and subsequent rupture of the sweat glands ducts
- Overgrowth of Staph Epidermis may contribute to the disease
Miliaria Types:
- Miliaria Crystallina caused by occlusion near the skin surface and manifests by tiny pin head clear blisters
- Miliaria Pustulosa the blisters are not clear but rather turbid (infected)
- Miliaria Rubra caused by deeper occlusion of the sweat duct, it manifests by tiny red papules usually on the trunk
Treatment: supportive and removal of occluding agents or conditions. Low potency topical steroid may be of help.