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• Advice
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Blisters on the feet can appear as a result of rubbing the shoes and the skin is too wet. Usually, blisters on the skin are not serious and can be treated at home with an antibiotic cream and bandage. Note that while it is best to let the blisters go away on their own, severe blisters may need to be punctured with appropriate equipment and properly cleaned.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Reduce pain and prevent complications

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   Cover the blisters. Blisters on the feet should be covered to reduce friction and prevent infection. Cover the wound with a soft gauze or a loose bandage. If the stain is too painful, cut an opening in the center of the gauze like a donut and apply it to avoid direct pressure on the wound.
   • If the blister is just the irritated skin, you can simply cover it and let it sit. It will dry and heal after a few days.
   • You need to change the dressing every day. Always wash your hands before touching the bandages and the skin around the blister

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   Apply an antibiotic ointment or oil wax (Vaseline cream). Antibiotic ointment can prevent infection. You can buy an antibiotic ointment at the pharmacy and apply it to the cold sore as directed, especially before wearing shoes or socks. You can also just use oil wax instead of ointment.
   • Be sure to wash your hands well before touching the blister.

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   Try applying powder and cream to reduce friction. Friction can make the blister worse and more painful. To reduce the friction on the cold sore, you can go to the pharmacy to buy a powder specifically designed for the feet. Sprinkle powder on socks before wearing shoes to relieve pain.
   • Not all chalks are suitable for everyone. If you find that any kind of powder causes irritation, stop using it immediately.

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   Take care of your feet while the blister has not healed. You need to take great care of your feet while the blisters are healing. Put on another pair of socks and loose shoes when the sore doesn't heal. An extra layer of cushioning will make it more comfortable to walk and may help the wound heal faster.
   • It is also important to avoid touching your foot while the wound is not healed.
   • Try changing socks 2 times a day to help reduce the risk of blistering. Cotton socks are usually better than polyester socks.

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   Protect a broken blister from infection. Unless the cold sore is causing severe pain, it's best not to drain the fluid yourself, as this can increase your risk of infection. Allow the skin above the blister to peel off on its own and avoid touching it to prevent it from breaking prematurely.
   • Use a moleskin patch to protect the blister if it gets touched while you walk.
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Method 2 of 4: Drain blisters

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   Hand washing. In some cases, you may be able to break the blister yourself if it causes severe pain, but should only do this if the pain becomes unbearable. Before you break the cold sore, wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap and water. Never touch the blister while your hands are dirty.
   • Directions if the blister is large and filled with fluid. If it's just a small or mild blister, let it heal on its own.

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   Clean the blister. Before you break a cold sore, you need to wash the surrounding skin with water. Don't use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or iodine, as these can slow recovery.

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   Needle disinfection. You can use a sewing needle to puncture the blister, but it is important to disinfect the needle first to prevent infection. Buy rubbing alcohol from the pharmacy to clean needles. Pour some alcohol from the bottle into a cotton ball or use an alcohol pad to disinfect the needle.
   • Another way to disinfect a needle is to heat it over an open flame until the needle is red hot. Use some tool to pick up the needle as the needle will be very hot.

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   Poke the blister. Gently prick the needle into the blister. Poke several times near the edge of the blister. Wait for the fluid inside to drain naturally and leave the skin on top.
   • Do not peel off the skin on the cold sore. Just stick a needle into the blister to drain the fluid, then cover it with a bandage. This piece of skin will eventually dry out and flake off on its own.

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   Apply the ointment. Apply ointment to the blister after it has drained. You can use Vaseline or Plastibase cream, which can be found in pharmacies. Use a clean cotton ball to apply ointment to the wound.
   • Some ointments can cause irritation. If you notice signs of a rash, stop using the ointment.

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   Cover the blister. Apply a gauze pad or bandage to the blister. This step is to protect the wound during recovery. Change the bandage 2 times a day and apply ointment each time.
   • Be sure to wash your hands well before touching the blister.
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Method 3 of 4: Seek medical help

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   See your doctor if complications develop. Most blisters will heal on their own. However, once complications have occurred, you must seek medical attention. If you notice any of the following complications, see your doctor:
   • The cold sore is painful, red, and hot, or the appearance of red streaks
   • Yellow or green pus
   • The blister went back and forth in one place
   • Fever
   • Diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, HIV or chemotherapy can cause blisters to deteriorate quickly, causing sepsis and cellulitis.

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   Eliminate potential diseases. Most blisters are benign. However, in some cases, the blisters are caused by underlying medical conditions, such as chickenpox, that will need to be treated differently. Based on your other symptoms, your doctor may run a number of tests to rule out potential illnesses before treating the blister. If you have an illness, your doctor will recommend treatment.

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   Follow your doctor's treatment regimen. Depending on the cause of the blister, your doctor will create a treatment regimen for you. Follow all instructions given by your doctor and ask any questions you may have before leaving the clinic. advertisement

Method 4 of 4: Prevention of blisters

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   Avoid shoes that can cause blisters. If blisters appear after you put on a new shoe or your shoes are too uncomfortable, remove those shoes. Buy shoes that fit and have enough room for your feet to move freely. Wearing comfortable and well sized shoes is a way to prevent blistering.
   • You should also choose a shoe style that is appropriate for the activity. For example, wear specialized running shoes when you practice running.
   • Try to find the cause of the abnormal movements that caused the blister to appear. For example, this may be due to a crease in the sock or shoe that is not the right size.

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   Put a moleskin patch or padding on the shoe. Place a small moleskin or pad inside the shoe, especially under the soles of the feet or where the shoe rubs against the foot. These products help to soothe feet, reduce friction and irritation, which can cause blistering.

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   Wear desiccant socks. Moisture can cause blisters or aggravate existing ones. Buy socks with desiccant properties.They absorb sweat from the feet and reduce the risk of blistering and other damage. advertisement

Advice

• Avoid walking for a while while your leg is blistering - the wound is still painful and not healed, so if you want to play sports again, make sure the wound is completely healed. Do not play sports if the blister is painless but still does not heal! You may hurt yourself and cause new cold sores.

Warning

• Do not use a match to disinfect the tools that you will poke the blister with.
• See your doctor if you have a fever, the cold sore does not heal, seems to be getting worse, or becomes infected, is a lot red, hot and pus-filled.