Miliaria are caused by obstruction of the sweat glands. There are
three stages of Miliaria called Miliaria sudamina, Miliaria rubra,
and Miliaria profunda (listed from mildest and most superficial to
the most severe and deep forms). The condition occurs in those
exposed to heat for prolonged periods of time, in infants, and in
the obese. This picture is a close-up of the most severe form. Note
the numerous papules on the surface of the skin.
Review Date: 01/24/2011
Reviewed By: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of
Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also
reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
