Blisters: how they form and how to treat them

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General

Everyone has had a blister at some point. Especially after wearing new shoes, the cavities filled with liquid form on the skin.

Causes of Blisters

Blisters can form for a variety of reasons. From burns, allergies, sunburn to insect bites and herpes infections. However, the most common cause of a blister is friction or pressure from exercise and running. A distinction is made between march bubbles, pressure bubbles or friction bubbles.

Here’s what happens when a bubble forms. Friction can cause the epidermis to separate from the layers of skin underneath. As a result, tissue fluid flows into the resulting gap and a bubble develops.

Blister Symptoms

One or more cavities form on the skin that are filled with lymphatic fluid and can be very painful.

treat blisters

In most cases, a blister will heal on its own in 4-7 days. You can support the healing process if you avoid further pressure on the affected area. Blister plasters are particularly helpful because they are specially padded. You can easily get the patches in the pharmacy. Please do not puncture the blister as this can increase the risk of infection.

If your child has diabetes mellitus or circulatory problems in the legs, you must not treat the bladder yourself at all. In such cases, you must consult a doctor or medical podiatrist immediately. Even if there is still no improvement after a week, it is advisable to see a doctor.

prevent blisters

In general, your child should always wear suitable and comfortable shoes to prevent blisters from developing. The stockings should not be too tight either, so that the toes have enough space. Your child’s feet must always be dry. If they still sweat too much, you can also use a powder or a cream that counteracts the sweating.