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How Can An Infected Blister On The Leg Be Treated?

I hit my leg against my walker adn it cause a blister on my leg which is now leaking yellow fluid. up to now it has been a clear liquid. what should I do about this problem? My legs are both swollen - I have a sedentary job where I do cust service onl the phone.
Mon, 22 May 2017
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Hi I have read your query thoroughly.
Blisters are basically small-sized bubbles or pockets of fluid present within the upper layers of your skin. You can get blisters from injury, rubbing, burns, infections, cold or by exposure to some toxic chemicals .
Management of an infected blister i.e. filled with green or yellow fluid as in your case needs careful monitoring it for improvement.
It can treated at home but more severe cases require medical attention.
Drainage of the blister is usually the first step.
Clean the blister area thoroughly.
Pierce the blister and apply an ointment.
Cover it with a bandage.
Applying garlic paste is useful as well.
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How Can An Infected Blister On The Leg Be Treated?

Hi I have read your query thoroughly. Blisters are basically small-sized bubbles or pockets of fluid present within the upper layers of your skin. You can get blisters from injury, rubbing, burns, infections, cold or by exposure to some toxic chemicals . Management of an infected blister i.e. filled with green or yellow fluid as in your case needs careful monitoring it for improvement. It can treated at home but more severe cases require medical attention. Drainage of the blister is usually the first step. Clean the blister area thoroughly. Pierce the blister and apply an ointment. Cover it with a bandage. Applying garlic paste is useful as well.