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Laptops, heating pads and space heaters on bare skin can lead to erythema ab igne, or toasted skin syndrome, experts say.

experts are reminding people not to get too close to their heating pads or other warm devices. Turns out exposing your skin to something like a laptop or a heated blanket or even a car seat heater ...

It's recommended to use a heating pad for 15-20 minutes at a time, with a 30-minute break in between, says Dr Laliwala, adding that following this time period helps prevent burns and skin irritation.

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