How is miliaria pustulosa treated?

Once miliaria pustulosa has developed, there is no satisfactory treatment except removing the patient from the hot and humid environment. Occlusive wear that may have aggravated the condition should also be eliminated. Anecdotally, some dermatologists have tried weak solutions of salicylic acid to produce exfoliation or tape stripping of the stratum corneum to remove the obstruction to sweating, but there are no studies to document the efficacy of these treatments. Some patients may require weeks or even months to establish normal sweating after severe attacks.