About Blisters
A blister is a raised piece of skin that is filled with a clear fluid. They can form anywhere on the body but most commonly on feet or hands. They’re often filled with clear fluid to help them to heal but can also be filled with blood (blood blisters) or pus caused by infection.
CAUSES
Blisters are caused by excessive rubbing or other irritation of the skin and can be found on anyone. They are likely to be found on places of the body that sweat the most.
RISK FACTORS
A blister may be accompanied by pain or itching. Contact a doctor if the blister is painful and if you’re unable to walk or move your hand.
SYMPTOMS
You know you have a blister if you have a raised piece of skin filled with fluid, and can often be red, itchy, and painful.
DIAGNOSIS
Some blisters may be diagnosed at home, while a doctor could diagnose the blister by sight.
See a doctor if you have:
• Infected blisters
• Reoccurring blisters
• Blisters in unusual places
• Blistering caused by sever sunburn, burns or scalds, allergic.
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