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Blisters

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A blister will usually heal on its own if you cover it with a plaster or dressing and do not burst it. If it's very big or painful, a GP may drain it.

Blisters are lumps under your skin that can be filled with clear fluid, blood or pus.

A blister will usually heal on its own if you cover it with a plaster or dressing and do not burst it. If it's very big or painful, a GP may drain it.

Blisters are fluid-filled bumps under your skin that you can get if your skin is damaged.

Page last reviewed: 04/01/2021
Next review due: 04/01/2024