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What Causes A Small Blood Blister On The Shin?

I have what looks to be a small blood blister on my shin right above my anckle. I thought it was just a freckle for a while. I have tried to pop it but it doesn t go away. Every time I squeeze it blood will come out. I have left it alone for months and it just dries up a little and stays the same size. There is no pain or tenderness to the touch. Any suggestions?
Mon, 4 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Most common causes of blisters could range from sin burns to mild bacterial infection. I personally advise for simple remedies:

1. Kindly use Lactocalamine lotion as many times as possible
2. Change footwear sometimes due to friction it may lead to this.
3. Do NOT prick or remove by puncturing it may lead to spread of infection.
4. Try mild antibiotics like Augmentin twice daily for 5 days
5. Usually these measures will heal the affected area.

In case it doesn't heal, repeated blisters at other areas, pain, pus discharge kindly visit a dermatologist to rule out other causes by asking you to perform blood tests and give the suitable drug.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Anusha Molugu, Anesthesiologist
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What Causes A Small Blood Blister On The Shin?

Hello, Most common causes of blisters could range from sin burns to mild bacterial infection. I personally advise for simple remedies: 1. Kindly use Lactocalamine lotion as many times as possible 2. Change footwear sometimes due to friction it may lead to this. 3. Do NOT prick or remove by puncturing it may lead to spread of infection. 4. Try mild antibiotics like Augmentin twice daily for 5 days 5. Usually these measures will heal the affected area. In case it doesn t heal, repeated blisters at other areas, pain, pus discharge kindly visit a dermatologist to rule out other causes by asking you to perform blood tests and give the suitable drug. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Anusha Molugu, Anesthesiologist