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Blisters are small fluid-filled bubbles or blisters located in the outermost layer of the skin. Blistering burns are usually second degree burns. If you have burn blisters, read this article to learn how to treat them.

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Method 1 of 3: Home remedies

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   Keep the blister under cool, running water. The first thing you can do to treat the blister is to let cool or warm water run over the blister area. You can also take a cool bath or apply a cool washcloth to the burn. Leave the affected area in cool water for 10-15 minutes.
   • Be sure to use cool water, not cold water or ice.

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   Apply honey to the blister. You can apply a thin layer of honey to the blister blister. Honey has antibacterial properties and has been shown to help heal burns. Gently apply a thin layer of honey to the wound.
   • Wild honey is a good choice. Another good option is medical honey, such as Manuka honey.

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   Cover the blister with a bandage. If possible, cover the blister with a sterile gauze pad. Make sure to leave plenty of room above the blister by creating a space like a tent. This is to prevent the blister from breaking, irritation, or infection.
   • If you don't have a bandage or gauze, you can replace it with a clean towel or cloth.

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   Avoid oral burn treatments. Many believe they can treat burns with household materials, such as applying butter, egg whites, non-stick sprays or ice to the burn. However, they should not be applied to the wound. They can cause infection or tissue damage.
   • Instead, you can use burn cream, ointment, honey, or not apply any ointment to the blister.

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   Avoid breaking the blister. Try not to break the blister caused by the burn, at least for the first 3-4 days. You should cover the blister with a bandage. To remove the dressing without breaking the blister, you may need to soak it in warm water.
   • Change the bandage daily and apply antibiotic ointment or honey after each change.
   • If the blister is too painful or infected, you can take careful steps to rupture the blister.Always wash your hands first, then wash the skin around the blister with alcohol or an iodine solution to kill any bacteria on your skin. Wipe the needle with alcohol to disinfect, then prick under the blister to drain the fluid. Use a cotton ball to blot any discharge or pus. Try to keep the skin above the blister as you can if possible.
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Method 2 of 3: Medical treatment

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   Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Pain relievers can help relieve the blister pain. Even if you let cool water run over the burn and covered it with a bandage, you will still feel pain or soreness in the wound. Over-the-counter pain relievers can be helpful in this case. You can take the pain reliever as soon as the blister appears, instead of waiting for it to start.
   • Try ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin), naproxen sodium (Aleve), or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Make sure to take the recommended dosage on the label.

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   Apply a burn cream. If the blister is caused by a burn, you can apply an antibiotic cream or moisturizing lotion to prevent infection. Gently apply a thin layer of cream or lotion to the blister. If you are going to cover the blister with a bandage or gauze, do not use water-based creams.
   • Popular burn creams are Bacitracin or Neosporin. You can also use an ointment like petroleum jelly (Vaseline). Aloe vera lotion or gel are also worth a try.

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   See a doctor. If the blister becomes infected, you should see your doctor. Skin infections can be serious. If there is anything in the blister other than clear fluid, it may be infected.
   • If you have a fever, red streaks on the skin around the blister, or a very red, swollen blister, see your doctor right away. That could be a sign of an infection.
   • Children and the elderly should be examined for blistering burns to minimize the risk of infection and scar formation.
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Method 3 of 3: Understanding burns

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   Determine the cause of your blistering burn. Blistering blisters can appear anywhere on the body. The most common causes of blistering burns, also known as second degree burns, are:
   • Touch a hot object
   • Fire burns
   • Burns caused by steam or hot liquid, such as cooking oil
   • Electric burns
   • Chemical burns

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   Determine a degree 1 burn. Blisters often appear when the skin is burned. Burns are classified based on the severity of the burn. Grade 1 burns affect the outermost layer of the skin and appear red, swollen.
   • First degree burns are painful but are considered mild. First degree burns do not usually blister, but the skin may flake.
   • Grade 1 burns are dry and usually heal in about 3-5 days.

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   Identify a degree 2 burn. A degree 2 burn is more than 1 degree severe. A 2nd degree burn is considered minor if the area of ​​the burn is less than 7.5 cm in diameter. 2nd degree burns affect the top layer of skin and several layers below Blisters often appear on second degree burns.
   • Second degree burns are painful and often form red or pink blisters. The blisters may be swollen or have blisters with clear fluid.
   • In more severe cases, a second degree burn may dry out and reduce sensation in the skin. When pressed down, the skin will not turn white or turn white very slowly.
   • Grade 2 burns usually heal within 2-3 weeks.
   • Burns larger than 7.5 cm in diameter should be taken care of in the emergency room or see a doctor as soon as possible. If the 2nd degree burn is on your hands, feet, face, groin, large joints or buttocks, you should see your doctor or emergency room immediately. Family members and young children with second degree burns need emergency care, as complications are more common in these groups of people.

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   Seek medical attention if you have had a 3rd degree burn. 3rd degree burns are the most severe. 3rd degree burns are considered serious because layers of the skin are destroyed and need emergency room care as soon as possible. These burns affect the deepest layer of skin, causing the skin to turn white or black.
   • The burned skin may be black or white. The skin can also be dry and wrinkled.
   • Grade 3 burns may not be painful at first because the nerves in the skin are damaged.

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   Count the number of blisters. One or a few blisters are usually not a major problem and you can treat them at home, unless they are caused by a severe second degree or third degree burn. However, if the blisters appear in large numbers and Scattered all over the body, you need to see a doctor immediately.
   • Multiple blisters on the body can be a symptom of a health concern, such as pemphigus (a rare group of skin autoimmune diseases), bullous pemphigiod, and dermatitis herpetiformis.
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