Question 1

i burned my middle finger and thumb trying to take a hot light out of my lamp and my thumb has just a tiny little blister showing up.what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Blister: Small burn blisters may need bulky cover may apply topical silvadene (silver sulfadiazine). Do not puncture the blister.  Avoid infection

Question 2

i had what appeared to be a small clear blister on the base of my thumb but it has grown white and bigger than a pencil eraser. should i drain it?

Accepted Answer

No: as long as it is not getting more painful just let your body take care of it for now

Question 3

i got a 3 to 4 small blister like bump on my thumb and it hurts.what might be it?how to get rid?

Accepted Answer

Whitlow?: Painful small blisters on the thumb suggest a condition called herpetic whitlow, a viral infection caused by a herpes virus. This condition should resolve by itself within two weeks but a doctor can confirm the diagnosis and, if caught early enough, provide treatment to shorten the course of the illness. Unfortunately, it tends to recur....

Question 4

i have this small recurring blister thing on my thumb keeps coming back. almost a month and doesnt seem to let. pharmacist doe not think eczema because no itch. used compound w?

Accepted Answer

Irritant?: If your thumb is subjected to repetitive trauma or irritation, the blister will keep on coming until the trigger has been eliminated. Make sure you are using strong detergent or solvents on that thumb.

Question 5

my dog bit me & now i have a small purple blood blister on my thumb.  is there anything i should do or just leave it alone? i sprayed it with antibacterial spray to make sure it stays clean?

Accepted Answer

: Dog bites can introduce bacterial infections into the skin. It is good that you are using an antibacterial spray, but you should see your Dr for oral antibiotics which is the typical treatment for a dog bite. Keep the would covered and clean, and watch for redness spreading outward from the wound. The blood blister will clear on its own. Do not pop it.

Question 6

angel has a small red lump on her thumb... it's like a wart or oil blister but hasn't gone away for for about 8months now. can i send a pic?

Accepted Answer

Pyogenic granuloma?: sounds like pyogenic granuloma, poss wart. send pic..may help.

Question 7

my mother is experiencing tiny white blisters they stared on her hand between her thumb and pointer finger and are spreading upward they itch and burn?

Accepted Answer

Have her: see her doctor.  She may very well be having an outbreak of herpes zoster ... also known as shingles.  It can be treated and best if done sooner rather than later.  Best of luck.

Question 8

can one suddenly develop eczema at age 63? dishydrosis in past. this "eczema" appeared as a tiny crop of itchy shiny wet looking blisters on thumb.

Accepted Answer

It is possible: However, you should see a dermatologist to examine you. There are other conditions that can resemble eczema. One often cause of an eczema-like problem at your age is simple dry skin that can become easily irritated. Your dermatologist can help you determine what is going on and the best treatment options.

Question 9

i have a bunch of tiny liquid filled blisters under the skin on my heel. i've had them before on my thumb and then between two toes. they itch.

Accepted Answer

Herpes type virus?: This may be a herpes type virus. This is not an uncommon statement.  This also could be related to an some type of allergy but the history is more suggestive of a viral origin. Show your doc if they last that long.

Question 10

i spilled hot oil on my hand and blisters are on my index and thumb. can i treat this at home?

Accepted Answer

Cool water: The burn is a secondary burn and you should be evaluated by a physician at urgent care.
Do not open the blisters or irritate the area. and please follow up. Use running cool water to treat the burn as you proceed to urgent care.

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