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I have really bad blisters on both hands from physical activity. the skin is cut open and exposed. what can i put on them/do to make them heal quicker?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Vaseline: Put vaseline on them and cover them with a cotton glove overnight and do it nightly until the skin heals.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Keep clean : Soap & water and an antibiotic lotion like neosporin & keep covered with a bandaid & wear gloves also.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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A member asked:

I have really bad blisters on both hands from physical activity. the skin is cut open and exposed. what can i put on them/do to make them heal quicker?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Dr Bowen agreed

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Dr Bowen agreed

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