Toasted skin” syndrome can occur when using a heating pad a lot, but is it serious? Experts explain everything to know.

While heating pads and blankets offer comfort during cold seasons or aid in pain relief, experts warn they can cause a skin condition known as “toasted skin syndrome” if overused. Officially called ...

Turns out exposing your skin to something like a laptop or a heated blanket or even a car seat heater can lead to skin issue called Erythema Ab Igne (EAI), also known as toasted skin syndrome.