How to deal with a friction blister

Have you ever had a blister? 

It happens when your footwear rubs the skin and before you know it that area of your foot it nasty and red. It can happens when you do more walking or running than usual, wearing new footwear or even footwear that doesn't suit your foot type can cause you problems. If you can always try to apply a plaster before it becomes a big nasty and painful blister, but if you do get caught out and can't do anything about it then there are some things you should do to prevent making the situation worse. 

Treating blisters

Most blisters heal naturally and don't require medical attention.
As new skin grows underneath the blister, your body slowly reabsorbs the fluid in the blister and the skin on top will dry and peel off.
When to seek medical help
See your GP if you have blisters that:

• you think are infected – an infected blister will be filled with yellow or green pus and may be painful, red and hot
• are very painful
• keep coming back
• are in unusual places, such as on your eyelids or inside your mouth
• are caused by severe sunburn, burns or scalds or an allergic reaction

Try to carry some plasters with you and blister plasters are fantastic as they give that extra bit of padding.  If you have a pair of shoes or sandals that feel like they might rub then put a plaster on before you go out as a precaution. No blisters really are better than any blister no matter how small! Remember doing something to stop a blister happening has to be better than the pain of the blister itself. However, should you be caught out here are some tips and advice that might help. 

Friction blisters

The unbroken skin over a blister provides a natural barrier to infection. It's important that the skin remains intact to avoid infection.

As tempting as it may be, try not to pierce a blister with a needle because it could lead to an infection or slow down the healing process. Allow the skin to peel off on its own after the skin beneath has healed.

You may choose to cover small blisters with a plaster. Larger blisters can be covered with a gauze pad or dressing that can be taped in place.

Painful blisters, or those in positions where they're likely to burst, such as on the sole of your foot, can be covered with a soft dressing to cushion and protect them. It may help to cut the dressing into a 'doughnut' shape to fit around the blister and avoid placing pressure directly on it.

Change the dressing daily and wash your hands before touching the blister to avoid infection.

You can also put a drop of Lavender oil on the blister throughout the day as needed.  This oil has antiseptic qualities and is also soothing and calming for the skin.

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