{"id":5637,"date":"2019-04-22T10:28:14","date_gmt":"2019-04-22T10:28:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/?p=5637"},"modified":"2021-06-03T21:42:02","modified_gmt":"2021-06-03T21:42:02","slug":"14-causes-of-blisters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/14-causes-of-blisters\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Causes of Blisters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Blisters are sores that are located on different parts of the body. They range in size from small to large. They are filled with fluid, including blood or pus that can cause pain and redness when popped. If the blisters are popped, they can cause an infection since debris can get inside of it. You have a chance of causing more blisters to form as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will want to place a gauze over the blister to keep it from popping. The gauze shouldn\u2019t be too tight because it will pop. In order to find out how to prevent blisters, you need to know the eight causes. Once you know how they can form, you can take the necessary steps to keep them away. Blisters are not a serious condition. You can treat them at home. If it becomes infected you will want to visit a doctor because it can spread and cause other problems with your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Tight shoes <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tight shoes can cause blisters. When you buy a new pair of shoes, they can rub against the skin, especially if you didn\u2019t get a good fitted pair. The more you walk in the shoes, blisters <\/a>will form. It\u2019s important to get fitted for the right side of the shoe before leaving the shoe store. You don\u2019t want your shoes to fit too big or too small. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There should be enough room in the back and in the front of the foot. Try walking in the shoe while you\u2019re at the shoe store. They should fit perfectly without any type of friction to the feet. Even if the shoes look cute, but your size isn\u2019t in stock, there is no need to take a chance to wear a smaller size. Besides having blisters, your feet will be in a lot of pain at the end of the day because you were walking in tight shoes all day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Burns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Burns <\/a>can cause blisters to form. When you touch a hot stove or steam from a pan, blisters will more than likely form. Sometimes when you\u2019re cooking, you might accidentally touch the handle of a hot pan. It will burn for a few seconds and later on you will notice a small blister starting to form. You will be tempted to pop it since it\u2019s so small, but even if it\u2019s small, it can cause an infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s always a good idea to wear protective gloves when you\u2019re cooking to prevent from getting blisters from touching something hot. You may not feel like you\u2019re cooking if you\u2019re not working with your bare hands, but you need your hands in order to cook. If they get too blistery, you won\u2019t be able to cook for a while. Once you notice a blister on your hand, put some ointment on it, such as aloe vera gel or tea tree oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Allergy or irritants from cosmetics, hair products, or other chemicals <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Allergy <\/a>or irritants from cosmetics, hair products, or other chemicals can cause blisters. Most of the time when you use products for your face, hair, or house, you don\u2019t use gloves. If you\u2019re allergic to any of those products, a blister will form. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to wash your hands after using products that are full of chemicals. If you can, wear plastic gloves. It may feel weird at first, but your hands will love you for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same thing applies when you clean your home with chemicals, such as bleach and ammonia. If any of the liquid gets onto your skin, blisters will form. You may not even know where the blisters can form if you have been using the product before and nothing occurred. It\u2019s always good to remember what products you used last. Sometimes allergies from using a product don\u2019t occur until months or years later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Cold temperatures <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cold temperatures <\/a>can cause blisters. If you\u2019re outside for a long time in low temperatures without gloves or warm socks on, you can develop blisters. Even if you put your hands or feet in ice-cold water, blisters could form. At the doctor\u2019s office, if the doctor freezes off a wart, blisters can form. Always wear warm clothing if you have to be outside in cold temperatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try to not take off your gloves if you don\u2019t have to. It doesn\u2019t take long for blisters to develop. It\u2019s a bad idea to try to pop them even if the blisters are cold. Once you get in a warm room, it may be more painful because you just came out of the cold. During cold weather, blisters form on the lips. Put medicated lip ointment on your lips every chance you get to keep blisters away. In extreme cold temperatures, lip ointment may not work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Medications <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Medications <\/a>you take can cause blisters to form. If you\u2019re allergic to certain medications, you should tell your doctor if are. For instance, if you have taken a similar drug in the past and it caused blisters, let your doctor know immediately. Sometimes you can take a medication for a long time without any side effects, but after taking it for a long time it may start to give you problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep a list of all of the medications you have taken in the past that you are allergic to. If you don\u2019t keep track of medications that you are allergic to, when a doctor prescribes your new medication, it may be similar to the medication that you took in the past. Blisters can form anywhere on the body when you take medications that you\u2019re allergic to. For instance, if they form in the mouth, it can cause swelling and make it difficult to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Infection <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Infection can cause you to get blisters. Some infections can cause blisters to include cold sores, chickenpox, and shingles<\/a>. When you have these infections, blisters can\u2019t be prevented until the infection clears. When you\u2019re dealing with an infection you have to be careful to not spread because chickenpox and cold sores are contagious. You have to practice good hygiene when you have these infections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With chickenpox, you will have blisters all over your body, including your face and neck. You can use ointments to dry up the blisters to prevent you from trying to pop them. With chickenpox it causes your skin to itch a lot. Once you scratch the skin, the blister will drain out and spread on another part of the body, especially if you don\u2019t clean the area afterward. Sometimes with an infection, the blisters will drain out blood, especially if you scratch it hard enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Hot temperatures <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hot temperatures can cause blisters to occur because the skin isn\u2019t getting any air. During the hot, summer months some people tend to wear socks and sneakers. Blisters thrive in moist areas of the body. By wearing socks and sneakers all day without allowing the foot to get any air, blisters will form. The blisters will be itchy <\/a>and red. If you scratch the blisters, it will spread and bleed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The blisters won\u2019t go away until you treat the condition. You can try at home remedies, including pure aloe vera gel and apple cider vinegar. When you use these remedies, don\u2019t continue to wear socks and sneakers. If you can, wear flip flops during the day and change them regularly. If you have to wear sneakers, take them off as soon as you get home and treat the area with a home remedy. The blisters should go away in a couple of weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Wearing wet shoes <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wearing wet shoes is another cause for getting blisters. When you walk into a puddle of water, your shoes will more than likely get wet on the inside. If you don\u2019t immediately remove your shoes and socks, blisters will form on your feet. On a rainy day, it\u2019s a good idea to have more than one pair of shoes on hand just in case you happen to walk in water by accident. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the blisters develop, don\u2019t try to pop them. If you do need to pop it, use a sterile pin and let it drain out. Wipe the area with a clean cloth and place a gauze over it to keep it from any dirt getting into it. Always wash your hands after popping blisters open. The best option is to use a home remedy like an apple cider vinegar<\/a> soak for 15 minutes. You can also dab a cotton ball with apple cider vinegar and treating the blister affected area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9.    Exposure to Chemicals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Blisters occur as an allergic<\/a> response to chemical exposure as well. The skin is porous, and any chemicals that land on the surface of the skin absorbs into the bloodstream. while this is not a severe concern for most people, those individuals that work around hazardous chemicals like solvents and detergents, run the risk of developing a condition known as, \u201ccontact dermatitis.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact dermatitis from chemical exposure typically occurs as blisters in the skin, filled with a yellowish fluid that seeps from the blisters when they pop. Treatment for contact dermatitis may include using calamine lotion to soothe any irritation or itching symptoms, as well as an anti-bacterial cream to curb any infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals around the house by wearing rubber gloves when you work with solvents and detergents. Always read the manufacturers recommendations for handling any detergents, solvents, or chemical agents \u2013 such as pool acid or chlorine powder.
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10.    Sports and Running<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sportspeople, athletes, and runners are at high risk of developing blisters due to friction in their footwear. Athletes may have to make sudden movements in a different direction when training. An example would be a football player doing movement drills over the ladder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the changes in direction, the athlete\u2019s foot may rub against the sides of the shoes, causing the formation of a blister. If left untreated, the blister will pop, resulting in the athlete losing training time while they wait for the injury <\/a>to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Runners also experience blisters. The repetitive foot strike may irritate the ball and heel of the foot, resulting in the formation of a blister. Runners typically find that blisters occur on the Achilles tendon and the tows as well, due to ill-fitting footwear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any athlete, sportsperson or runner is at risk of developing blisters; it\u2019s an inevitability of partaking in these activities. However, with the right prevention strategies and blister treatment, it’s possible to minimize their impact on your training.
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11.    Eczema<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Several other skin conditions can lead to the development of blisters as well. More than 35-million Americans live with the skin disorder known as, \u201ceczema.\u201d People who are suffering from the effects of an eczema outbreak develop red rashes on their skin that tend to crust and flake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eczema <\/a>is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakes healthy skin cells for invading pathogens. As a result, the body signals antibodies and white blood cells to attack the skin, resulting in the development of eczema rashes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, people with eczema may develop tiny blisters on their fingers or the eyelids. These blisters fill with clear pus and create itching symptoms. Should the patient scratch the blisters, they may break open, releasing the clear liquid that hardens into a crust. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People who are living with eczema need to take extra-special care of the skin and monitor any exposure to substances that may cause an eczema reaction.
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12.    Repetitive Stress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some activities may result in the development of blisters. Some individuals may work in jobs where they need to repeat the same action over and over again. An example would be a person working at a textile factory who has to cut cloth all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The repetitive stress of using the scissors may lead to the formation of blisters on the palms of the hands and on the outside of the thumb. These blisters then fill with fluid and burst when they swell <\/a>to a large size. Jobs that involve gripping and friction, such as sweeping or gardening, can result in this kind of repetitive stress that leads to blisters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To avoid blisters occurring, make sure that you use a moisturizing cream of your hands and feet before you start any repetitive tasks that cause friction on the skin\u2019s surface. The hydrating effect of the cream helps you combat the force of friction.
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13.    Heel Spurs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Also known as, \u201costeophytes,\u201d heel spurs are a painful condition to have to handle. Seniors are most at risk of developing heel spurs<\/a>, as a natural part of the aging process. Calcium deposits leach from the heel bone as we age. Should the patient\u2019s circulation be in a weakened state, due to aging, then they may not be able to clear the calcium, resulting in the formation of a heel spur. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heel spurs first appear on the heel pad as small white bumps that feel sensitive to touch. The senior may find that they start to experience pain symptoms and swelling after walking, or standing for extended periods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no treatment for halting the development of heel spurs, and people who are living with the condition will need to use assistive walking devices, such as a cane, to get around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The heel spurs may also cause symptoms of irritation in the heel pad after activity, resulting in the formation of blisters on the heel.
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14.    Wearing Compression Sleeves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People that experience a knee or wrist injury rely on the RICE technique to reduce symptoms of pain and inflammation. Ice cools the inflammation<\/a>, reducing symptoms, and elevating the leg above the hip will also do plenty to relieve the symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing a neoprene compression sleeve over your knee or wrist may also help to increase blood flow to the affected area, speeding up the healing process. Unfortunately, many of these compressive supports do not feature breathable materials, resulting in the development of a sweat rash in the affected individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sweat rash starts as slight redness and irritation on the skin under the compression guard. After 24-hours, the swelling and inflammation intensify, as well as the itching symptoms. After another 24-hours, the patient may develop a rash consisting of tiny pus-filled blisters that weep a yellowish liquid when they burst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treatment for the rash includes using calamine lotion to soothe the itching symptoms, and anti-bacterial cream to prevent infection.
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