Question 1

how do you look after a small burn blister on a finger from a heater i keep popping it it does hurt quite a bit thank you. ?

Accepted Answer

Second degree burn: will blister and cause pain. You will need to be examined and placed on antibiotic burn cream and check your tetanus status.

Question 2

should i pop a small burn blister (few mms diameter) or leave it and apply silver sulphazidine on it?

Accepted Answer

Do not pop: Apply silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) and allow it to heal on its own.  Popping it risks superinfection of the wound.

Question 3

should i pop the blisters from second degree burn?

Accepted Answer

Great Question: Not even all burn units agree on this. However, i would suggest that you don't pop it, but have it seen by an appropriate specialist.

Question 4

what could/would happen if you pop a burn blister? is it ok to do if you put neosporin on after? it's annoying. thanks in advance

Accepted Answer

Risk for infection: The blister prevents the body from getting infected as well as covering nerve endings so you will likely feel more uncomfortable if the blister is popped. Best to take a look in person with your doctor for more advice, burn creams, antibiotics. Good luck

Question 5

should i pop a burn blister on my arm?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Though not necessary, popping the blisters can hasten recovery in my opinion. Once popped, use an antibiotic ointment to keep the wound moist and protected.

Question 6

should i pop a burn blister on my finger?

Accepted Answer

No: Popping blisters can lead to ulceration which can lead to scarring. Cover and use topical ointment or an antibiotic until it heals.

Question 7

i have a 1.5+ inch diameter burn blister at the base of my thumb where it meets my palm. i've been instructed to keep it bandaged. can i pop it?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It's best to just leave it and let it drain.If it is bothersome,poking a sterile needle into it,but leaving the blister intact won't hurt.

Question 8

what oinment is good for burn blister?

Accepted Answer

Burn Blister: If the blister is intact, leave it alone! the skin underneath the blister is actually healing while the blister protects it from further damage and infection. Use sterile white petrolatum or petroleum jelly and a light gauze wrap to protect it until it bursts on its own (this can take days).

Question 9

what can i do if a burn blister exploded?

Accepted Answer

Use antibiotic cream: Apply antibiotic cream and a protective dressing.

Question 10

what should i do with popped burn blister?

Accepted Answer

Debride: You need to cut away the dead skin and applt an antibiotic ointment to the opened area and cover it with a dressing. You also shld check on your tetanus status.

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How do you look after a small burn blister on a finger from a heater i keep popping it it does hurt quite a bit thank you. ?

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Should i pop a small burn blister (few mms diameter) or leave it and apply silver sulphazidine on it?

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Should i pop the blisters from second degree burn?

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What could/would happen if you pop a burn blister? is it ok to do if you put neosporin on after? it's annoying. thanks in advance

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Should i pop a burn blister on my arm?

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Should i pop a burn blister on my finger?

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I have a 1.5+ inch diameter burn blister at the base of my thumb where it meets my palm. i've been instructed to keep it bandaged. can i pop it?

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What oinment is good for burn blister?

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