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I got a sunburn last week on my legs, but this morning my shins were covered in little bubble blisters. what is this from? is it bad if i pop them?
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Second degree burn: Sounds like you really got burned by sun and the blistering is sign of second degree burn. Do not pop the bubbles because it could cause infection Call n see your primary doctor immediately
Answered 4/21/2016
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