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A member asked:
The dead skin on my huge blister was removed and covered with a plaster but now is pussing alot is this ok?
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Pus is never good: Pus is never a good thing. In general, we don't recommend draining blisters or pulling off skin as it's sterile if unbroken and non-sterile once broken. Regardless, if you see pus, it's now time to see your GP. If you can't get there today, go to closest A&E.
Answered 3/7/2016
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Infected?: It you are having pain, redness and pus from a blister, you have an infection. If it is severe, you need to get checked today so it does not work. If it is a small amount of pus, you can try topical bacitracin and a band aid, twice a day till it's better.
Answered 5/19/2015
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