Most blisters caused by friction or minor burns do not require doctor’s care. However, if a blister develops on your foot and causes you concern, you should contact one of our doctors at Orange CA Podiatry immediately. It’s important that you do not puncture a blister at home unless it is large, painful, or likely to be further irritated. The fluid-filled blister keeps the underlying skin clean, which prevents infection and promotes healing. However, if you can’t wait and need to pop a blister, please follow these care tips.
- Use a sterilized needle or razor blade (to sterilize it, put the point or edge in a flame until it is red-hot, or rinse it in alcohol).
- Wash your hands and the area thoroughly, then make a small hole and gently squeeze out the clear fluid.
- If the fluid is white or yellow, the blister may be infected and needs medical attention.
- Do not remove the skin over a broken blister. The new skin underneath needs this protective cover.
- Apply an antibiotic ointment or cream.
- Look for signs of infection to develop, including pus drainage, a red or warm skin surrounding the blister, or red streaks leading away from the blister.
If you are suffering from foot blisters, please give us a call to discuss your treatment options. For more information about the services we provide and the foot conditions we treat, visit www.orangecapodiatry.com. To schedule an examination with one of our podiatrists at Orange CA Podiatry in Orange, CA, call 714-628-1995.
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