How to get rid of blisters (Prevention only)

If you have new shoes, going to play sports or work, you may prevent blisters from appearing by applying blisters to the areas that experience significant friction. All you need to do is apply the bandage so that it covers the area at a risk completely and sits comfortably without sliding.

Treat friction areas before they develop into blisters (as soon as a warm reddened area appeared on the skin) by using a skin lubricant, a cream or special bandages to reduce friction.

Apply skin creams and lotions every day to keep the level of moisture high and minimize the risk of getting blisters.

Hydrocolloid dressings are a great help specifically designed to prevent and treat blisters. They are very much like a second skin. The dressings create a cushion which gels to promote healing and act as  shock absorbers. 

You need to place hydrocolloid dressing on a blister according to the manual and leave them in place until they fall off by themselves.

In order to bring down the itching and sense of irritation to apply a calamine lotion on the blister and allow it to dry. Leave it there until the itching stops. 

The calamine lotion's dryness will mask the action of the virus and simultaneously stop the itching. Moreover, calamine can also prevent the blister from breaking.

Excessive amounts of salt or sodium in the body may disrupt the moisture balance in the body. It is crucial to have normal moisture levels in your body in the healing of blisters. Sodium levels should be kept to 1500 milligrams or less per day.

At the same time, balanced nutrition and healthy food intake may aid in faster healing. Consume less salty foods (e.g. whole grains, fruits, and vegetables). It is also beneficial to avoid processed or fried goods.

Proteins are vital for healing any kind of wounds, including blisters. They get converted into energy serving which is later used as building blocks that are needed to heal and minimize scarring. 

Among the foods that are rich in protein are chicken, turkey, fish and other meat sources. Low-fat dairy products and eggs are also considered to be good sources of protein. Another great source of protein is certain plants (e.g. soy and soy products, beans, grains, nuts, seeds, rice). Note that the perfect daily protein intake is 0.8-1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight.

When you take a shower, try to opt for water that is slightly cooler than lukewarm. Also, adjust the water flow to make it gentle enough to not increase your pain. If you can allow it yourself, try to shower as little as possible (or keep the blisters out of water) since the water pressure could pop the blisters, resulting in a potential infection, pain, or scarring. 

While drying off, use gentle and careful movements to pat the skin dry lightly instead of wiping or rubbing your towel, since those actions can lead to irritation.