How To Pop A Blister?

Do not pop it if you can avoid it

Wash your hands with soap and water

Clean the blister and surrounding skin with soap and water

Disinfect a needle with rubbing alcohol

Let the needle dry completely

Puncture the edge of the blister gently

Drain the fluid slowly

Leave the overlying skin in place

Apply antibiotic ointment if available

Cover with a clean, sterile bandage

Change the bandage daily

Keep the area clean and dry

Avoid pressure and friction on the blister

Seek medical care if there is redness, warmth, pus, severe pain, fever, or signs of infection

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