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blister

I have 2 large blisters on the inside of my feet that I aquired from running. They are very painful and are preventing me from walking around. Should I pop and drain them, allowing me to walk, or should I just leave them? I’m confused about what the best course of action is. Thank you,Linda M.


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    Vivian Abrams DPM

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    If the blisters are large and painful, then wash your foot well with soft and water. Sterilize a needle by passing it through a flame (let it cool down) and then puncture the blister. Do not remove the skin. Drain the fluid and dress the area with a topical antibiotic and a bandaid large enough to cover the area. Eventually the skin will dry up and peel off when the new skin grows underneath. Until then it acts as a protection.

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