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Can i pop a friction blister?
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Pro's/con's: If you can tolerate such a blister & eliminate the issue that created it, the body can re-absorb the fluid over several days under a protected skin layer. If you open it you eliminate the protection provided by intact skin & create an opening for germs to infect the area. If you can monitor that site closely and keep it clean, the immediate pain relief may be worth it.
Answered 4/2/2020
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