What causes blisters?
Those who walk and run long distances won’t be strangers to foot blisters. When the skin undergoes friction, such as repeated rubbing against the inside of the shoe or spending long hours on the feet, a blister can form. Other causes include:- Skin burns
- Insect bites
- Infections
- Excess moisture/sweating
- Excess pressure
- Allergies
- Trauma
What are the symptoms?
The main symptom is the appearance of a bubble-like, raised portion of skin. Other symptoms that may accompany the bubbled skin include:- Redness
- Itching
- Tenderness
- Pain