Brief Answer:
Numerous causes, all listed for you
Detailed Answer:
Hello sir and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
Based on the provided information, the cause for the appearance of blisters is still unknown, whoch is why I shall start by listing the causes, for your reference and so you may discuss the same with your doctor, and then help you with treatment and prevention.
Causes can be:
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Contact dermatitis (from contact with poison ivy, chemicals, allergens, etc.)
-Burns or exposure to radiation
-Infections (eg.
Impetigo)
-Bed bugs
-Viral infections (eg.
Shingles,
herpes simplex virus, etc.)
-Scabies
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Insect bites (especially spiders)
-Exposure to extreme temperatures
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Skin trauma (especially pinching)
-Autoimmune disorders
Treatment includes:
-Washing hands regularly with mild soap
-Using antibiotic creams or ointments
-If the fluid inside the blisters is white or yellow, this means it is infected. In such a situation, the blister needs to be drained with the help of a sterile procedure (sterile needle) and tested in the laboratory to find the causative agent and treat accordingly
-All the pus needs to be drained
-Wear gloves to prevent blisters in the future if you are prone to them
-Use bandages or petroleum jelly for lubrication
I hope you find my response both helpful and informative. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I would be more than happy to help you sir.
Best wishes.
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