How to Tell if a Blister is Infected?

Increasing redness around the blister

Warmth around the area

Swelling that is getting worse

Pain that is worsening instead of improving

Pus or cloudy drainage

Yellow, green, or foul-smelling fluid

Red streaks spreading from the blister

Skin around the blister becoming hard or very tender

Fever or chills

The blister not healing or getting bigger

The area becoming more swollen after being opened

Trouble moving the affected area because of pain or swelling

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