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I have a blood blister on my thumb that is slightly smaller than a dime i want to pop it. should i do it or let a doctor do it?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Depends: If you can do it cleanly and effectively, then ok & watch for signs of infection. Clean site and needle or pin with alcohol or antibacterial soap, poke top & express blood to flatten top to skin underneath. Topical antibiotics and bandaid. Keep clean & dry. See dr if increased redness around area.

Dr Balin agreed

Answered 6/19/2013

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A member asked:

I have a blood blister on my thumb that is slightly smaller than a dime i want to pop it. should i do it or let a doctor do it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Balin agreed

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