An ongoing heatwave across South Punjab has triggered a sharp rise in skin ailments.
A skin specialist, Dr Waqas Arqam Malik, said that the heat and sweat were contributing to the spread of fungal infections, rashes, body odour issues and acne flare-ups.
He added that blocked sweat pores provide a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi, especially in individuals with oily or sensitive skin.
Patients suffering from prickly heat, underarm infections, foot fungus and rashes in body folds are visiting clinics in increasing numbers. If left untreated, such conditions can lead to pigmentation and recurring skin inflammation, the doctor added.
He advised people to maintain personal hygiene by taking showers twice a day during intense sweating, using antifungal powders in skin folds and avoiding heavy creams and makeup which can block pores.
He recommended wearing light-coloured, loose-fitting cotton clothes, staying hydrated and changing sweat-soaked clothes regularly. He also advised avoiding direct sunlight between 11am and 4pm and applying sunscreen before stepping outdoors.
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