What Causes A Cluster Of Painful, Warm Blisters?

Posted on Tue, 23 Jan 2018

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Tue, 23 Jan 2018 Answered on

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Question : What would cause a streight line of painful blisters or boils? Does itch but warm to the touch

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Additional information is required

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Welcome to healthcare Magic

Before guiding you further, I request you to upload images of the boils.

Likewise kindly specify your name and age.

Is there any associated injury/burn or exposure to allergen ?

I will process your question, once I receive your answers.

Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (33 minutes later)

There is no Option to upload an image I have had no accidents or injuries to the area

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (50 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Possible Viral>Allergic skin rash

Detailed Answer:
Hello

As per your symptoms, the possibility of a viral infection of skin is most likely. Nevertheless allergic rash is still the most common cause.

A short course of steroids and antihistamine medication will ameliorate the blisters if it's allergic in origin.

Post your further queries if any

Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T