Causes
Red blisters and burning are a common symptom of many skin and (not so) diseases.
They arise due to the fact that the papillary layer of the dermis swells and biologically active substances are released, as well as the capillaries dilate.
First, red spots appear on the body, then blisters with liquid form.
There can be many reasons . Let's look at just a few of them.
- Fungi.
- Herpes.
- Allergic reactions to a variety of medications.
- Ringworm.
- Contact with various toxic substances.
- Burns (including sun and chemical burns).
- Physical work without gloves or mittens.
- Autoimmune diseases.
Other illnesses may also be to blame for blisters . For example, pemphigus vulgaris, bullous pemphigoid, dermatitis herpetiformis, scarlet fever, purpura, furunculosis, dermatitis, chickenpox, insect bites, psoriasis, urticaria, rubella, measles.
It is important to remember : If red blisters appear on the skin, this indicates a decrease in immunity in the first place, and this is the root of all problems.
When to see a doctor
Most blood blisters heal on their own within 1-2 weeks. People usually do not need to take any special steps to treat blisters, other than keeping the area clean.
Sometimes a person may have additional problems, which may include a blister that does not clear up on its own. Signs that a person may need to see a doctor include:
- the blister is returned many times
- there is no obvious reason for the bubble to appear
- blister caused by allergic reaction
- developed numerous unexplained blisters
- there are symptoms of infection, such as red lines or warmth spreading from the blister
- blisters have formed in the mouth or eyelids
- The blister makes it difficult for a person to move by hand or walk
Photo
Usually red blisters on the body are itchy, you can see a photo of the redness below.
White blisters can appear in different places on the body: on the arms, legs, ear, fingers, face and palms. Children are no exception. They often have blisters on their body and tongue. Read about the types here. And in this article we will talk about how to treat them.
forecast
Bloody blisters are very common and are not a cause for concern. In most cases, the blister heals without further complications.
In rare cases, the blood blister may become infected, requiring additional treatment.
It's helpful to know what caused the blood bubble to appear in the first place. Working out the cause can help prevent blood blisters from forming in the same location in the future.
If a person cannot explain the origin of the blood bubble, they should visit their doctor as it may require additional medical attention.
What to do if it itches?
Red blisters on the body itch, what could it be? They can itch during shingles , urticaria , and after insect bites .
Whatever the reason, their integrity must not be violated under any circumstances, and in general, any pressure and friction on the affected areas must be prevented.
But if an adult can somehow control this, then it is better for the child to put socks on his hands (necessarily clean ones, of course).
In addition, when you are sick, it is better to wear loose- made from thin natural materials.
First aid
In order to understand how to proceed, immediately run to the doctor , because further treatment is determined only by the diagnosis .
If red blisters all over the body itch, in order not to aggravate the situation until the doctor arrives, you need to isolate yourself or your child from any allergens and pathogenic substances. You can also use antihistamines .
As mentioned above, you can put socks on your child’s hands to reduce scratching of the skin. All redness and red blisters on the body should be wiped with menthol alcohol , which will calm the itching a little.
Advice : A bath with starch or bran will help if the red blisters on the body itch.
Treatment Options
In many cases, a person does not need to do anything to treat a blood blister. The outbreak will naturally heal and dry out.
Doctors often recommend leaving the blister alone to allow it to heal on its own to avoid a secondary infection of the blister.
Blood blisters that form on the feet and socks may require additional steps to ensure proper treatment. The outbreak will be susceptible to infection.
Some general steps:
- lift and apply ice to the blister
- Wrapping the blister loosely to avoid additional friction
- avoiding putting pressure on the blister, removing shoes or wearing open-toed shoes.
- gently cleaning and protecting a blister that has disintegrated
- seek medical help if necessary
There are also some things that are not recommended for blood blisters. People should avoid the following:
- wear shoes that don't fit
- clearing the skin to allow it to heal, as this may open the wound to infection
- pop a blister
Some people recommend various natural medicines such as skin creams and natural herbs to treat blood blisters. However, how well these home remedies work is poorly understood or documented.
In general, people are advised to avoid developing a blood blister. Avoiding self-medication is the safest way to avoid complications such as delayed healing and infection.
Instructions on how to treat
Let us make a reservation once again: no skin diseases can be treated before a diagnosis is made , because the symptoms of most of them are similar.
But the reasons are completely different, which means that they also need to be eliminated in different ways.
In some diseases, redness and blisters on the skin go away on their own, but most often treatment is necessary.
How to treat hives?
First of all, you need to remove the allergen , that is, the factor that caused the hives. It's not easy, but you can look at what you or your child have previously had allergic reactions to.
The next necessary item is antihistamines . Today there are two generations of them, and the second generation of drugs is most often recommended.
They are prescribed in the following dosages:
- Loratadine – 10 mg. per day;
- Telfast (fexofenadine) – 150 mg. per day;
- cetirizine – 10 mg. per day;
- desloratadine – 5 mg. per day;
- ebastine – 10 mg.
If second generation antihistamines do not help much, the following medications are prescribed:
- Diphenhydramine – from 20 to 50 mg and 5-6 times a day.
- Suprastin. In the form of injections it is prescribed 30-40 ml, in the form of tablets - from 25 to 50 mg.
- Tavegil. One milligram twice a day in tablet form, or 2 ml. twice a day as injections.
- Cyproheptadine. Two to four mg. three times a day.
- Acrivastine. Take 8 mg three times a day.
If these drugs are not very effective, hormonal drugs .
For example, dexamethasone and prednisone.
External means
What to do if red blisters appear and the sore itches? Ointments and gels are needed here no less than tablets, but only a doctor selects them . They are divided into containing hormones and non-hormonal
The first category includes:
- fenistil;
- psilo-balm;
- Soventol.
Hormonal ointments can have a weak, medium or strong effect. Weak ones include sinaflan and hydrocortisone. Ointments with moderate effects include fluorocort and triamcinolone. Strong ones include Elokom, Cloveit, Advantan, Dermovate, Celestoderm, etc.
You also need to pay attention to a diet that does not contain allergens and foods that stimulate the release of histamine and to cleansing the body with the help of enterosorbents.
Shingles
Red blisters appeared on the skin, what else could it be?
Ringworm is a common cause of redness and blisters.
Its treatment begins with taking antiviral drugs .
For example, acyclovir, which is administered intravenously;
- human immunoglobulin (from 5 to 20 ml, depending on the severity and form) also
- Antibiotics are prescribed only for gangrenous or other complex forms of lichen. Gentamicin, rifampicin, erythromycin and other agents that can fight staphylococci are usually prescribed;
- Antibiotics are prescribed externally , for example, erythromycin and tetracycline ointments;
- To relieve pain, analgesics that do not contain narcotics can be prescribed.
Pharmacy products
They are prescribed based on the cause of the blisters.
These may also be antifungal drugs, for example, antibiotics, imidazole and triazole derivatives, allylamines or echinocandins.
Antiviral drugs are also prescribed , for example, the already mentioned acyclovir.
Menthol alcohol is often used to relieve itching , and Panadol or Tylenol is useful for pain relief.
If a negative reaction occurs to any antibiotic ointments, you can use a remedy such as bacitracin.
Plasters can be used if the blister is caused by friction or contact with working tools. It should be antibacterial or pulling.
Redness after insect bites can also be treated with essential oil.
Folk remedies
They are unlikely to help solve skin problems from the inside, but they will relieve itching , and they will slightly reduce the manifestations of allergies. In any case, you can try the following:
- wood lye . We burn the wood, fill the ash with water, boil and settle, then drain and filter. You can wash your skin with this product;
- As a lotion, you can use an infusion of dead nettle (also known as white nettle). 30 grams of it are poured into half a liter of water, boiled for a couple of minutes and left for one hour. Strain and soak gauze or cotton pads.
To get rid of allergies, it is recommended to take an infusion or decoction of yarrow or dried duckweed internally. Raw (in the form of a salad) is also suitable.
In order to relieve itching , you can drink a mixture of tincture of valerian and hawthorn. You need the same number of them. Drink 30 drops with water before bed.
To relieve allergic symptoms, instead of tea, you can drink the series in the form of a decoction (fresh).
If skin problems begin after a burn, anti-burn ointments prepared at home can help. For example, from poplar buds and oak bark. You need two tablespoons of it, and one tablespoon of poplar buds. Everything is thoroughly crushed and mixed.
Butter (7 tablespoons) is added to the herb and everything is placed in the oven (warm) for one night. Next, keep in a water bath for 30 minutes, strain and use.
