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A friction blister is a soft pocket of raised skin filled with clear fluid caused by irritation from continuous rubbing or pressure. Friction blisters usually occur on the feet, where tight or poor-fitting shoes can rub and irritate delicate toes and heels for long periods of time. This type of irritation causes minor damage to the skin and the tissue just beneath the skin, then fluid accumulates just beneath the outermost layer of skin. If the irritation is enough to damage small blood vessels, the blister also may contain blood, and is then called a blood blister.
A friction blister is a small pocket of puffy, raised skin containing clear fluid. It is usually painful when touched. A blister can appear anywhere.
Blisters can be diagnosed by looking at them. In short, if it looks like a blister and feels like a blister, and if it's in a place that could have been irritated by pressure or rubbing, it likely is a blister.
Friction blisters typically drain on their own within days. A new layer of skin forms beneath the blister, and eventually the blistered skin peels away.
If pressure or friction continues in the same area, the blister may last two weeks or longer. Continued friction may rub away the delicate top skin layer, and the blister may break open, ooze fluid and run the risk of becoming infected or developing into a deeper wound. If the irritation is mild, the blister may heal despite continued irritation, and eventually a callus will form.
The best way to prevent friction blisters is to wear shoes that fit your feet well, so that the shoe is not tight anywhere and does not slide up and down your heel when you walk. Wear socks with shoes to protect your feet and prevent irritation, and try to keep your feet dry. If another activity is causing blisters — for example, if learning to play golf is causing blisters on your hands — ask an instructor to point out other ways to perform the same activity in a nonirritating way, and take advantage of protective devices, such as gloves.
Because blisters typically get better on their own in just a few days, generally no special treatment is required other than to keep the blisters clean and dry. Because the skin provides a natural protection against infection, a blister should be left intact if possible. Do not try to drain the blister or pierce or cut away the overlying skin. Try to avoid further irritation, or protect the blister with a sterile bandage if continued irritation is unavoidable. If the blister breaks on its own, wash the area with soap and water, gently pat dry, use an antibacterial ointment and cover it with a bandage.
People with diabetes and people who cannot reach blisters easily (because of a physical disability or other ailment) may need to have their blisters evaluated by a foot specialist (podiatrist) or other health care professional. People with diabetes often have nerve or circulation problems that make it more difficult to recognize wounds, and that cause wounds to heal more slowly. In these people, a simple foot blister might go unrecognized and could become infected. People with diabetes need to care for their feet daily and examine them for sores or blisters.
Widespread blistering, itchy blisters or blistering in a place that has not been exposed to rubbing or pressure should be evaluated by a physician. These are signs of an illness, not friction blisters.
For typical blisters, medical care is needed only if an infection develops. This is more likely to occur if the skin over the blister has been pierced, broken or popped. These types of blisters need to be watched for a few days to make sure they heal properly. See your doctor immediately if you think you have an infection, see significant redness, notice drainage that is not clear fluid or develop a fever. Also, seek professional help if the blister is so large or painful that walking or other activities become difficult.
People with diabetes who get blisters frequently or have blisters that don't seem to heal should see a health care professional.
Most blisters heal on their own in a few days. If there is continued pressure or friction to the area, it may take two weeks or longer for the blister to go away.

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How to Treat a Friction Burn (And When You Should Go to the Hospital)

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Of all the different types of burn, friction burn is the most common non-thermal type. Most friction burns are minor, and you can treat them at home. But you shouldn’t overlook the severity of the burn, because it may need hospital treatment.
Here, you can learn how to treat friction burns at home and how to identify when you need to go to the hospital for more severe burn treatment.
If you or a loved one suffers from a friction burn, the first thing you need to look for is how deep the damage goes. If the burn only damages the top layer of skin, it is likely a minor burn that you can treat at home. If the damage goes deeper than the outer layer of skin, you may need professional care.
Keep an eye out for blisters, as this indicates a more serious burn. If there is any type of charring or whitish marks, this is a sign of a high degree burn that needs medical attention immediately.
Next, how widespread is the damage, and where is it located? If the burn covers a large or sensitive area, you should visit an urgent care for specialized care. Most urgent care centers accept walk-ins, or you can schedule an appointment ahead of time to save your spot in line.
If you suffer a minor friction burn at home and want to treat it, start by running cold water over the affected area. The water will help clean the wound, and the cool temperature will reduce swelling. You can use soap to clean the area to decrease the risk of infection, as well.
After patting the burn dry, you can apply an antibiotic ointment. This will help in reducing inflammation and killing bacteria. Then, you can wrap the wounded area with a loose bandage or gauze, leaving enough room to breathe.
Lastly, you can take an over-the-counter painkiller to manage the pain. If you clean the wound, apply new ointment, and wrap it in fresh bandages every day, the burn should heal on its own within a few days. Avoid applying lotions or anything else that may irritate the area until it is healed.
If a blister has formed due to friction, do not break it. The skin of the blister forms a natural barrier to reduce the risk of infection. You should cover the blister to protect it, but give it enough space to breathe.
If the blister is too painful to ignore, you can follow these steps to remove it. If the burn area swells or hurts worse over time, go to the hospital for treatment. This will help you avoid complications and infections.
This short guide to identifying the severity of a friction burn should help you treat minor burns at home. If you are worried the burn needs professional treatment, ask your doctor for medical advice or go straight to an urgent care center near you.
At Coastal Urgent Care of Ruston, you can receive quality medical care for burns with the convenience you deserve. Visit our website for more information.

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