Symptom 6: Heat-Induced Rashes
Heat: It brings to mind images of warm summer days, picnics, and barbecues. But for those living with DAR, heat can be synonymous with discomfort. It’s not just about feeling sweaty or hot; the skin literally rebels, breaking out in rashes that are itchy, painful, and sometimes even pus-filled.
It’s a cruel twist, really. The same heat that brings joy to many brings pain to those with DAR. Activities that raise the body temperature, like exercise, or environmental factors like a particularly hot day, can lead to these flare-ups. (6)