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What your podiatrists in Phoenix want you to know about blisters
Blisters on your feet and between your toes are very common, and they can also be very painful. Blisters are elevated bumps in the upper layers of your skin. They are usually clear and contain fluid, but they can appear red or yellow if they contain blood or pus. Your podiatrists at Southwest Foot Institute in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale, AZ want to help treat and prevent your blisters.
Your body forms a blister when your skin becomes damaged. The fluid-filled blister forms a protective cushion around your damaged skin to allow your damaged skin to heal. Blisters are more likely to develop from short periods of intense friction; longer periods of less intense friction may cause corns or calluses.
There are a few things that can cause blisters. Your podiatrists in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale want you to know some of the more common reasons why you might get blisters between your toes. Blisters are caused by:
Your podiatrists want to share a few simple tips on how to prevent and treat blisters:
If you have blisters, it can be a painful experience, but you don’t need to suffer alone. For more tips and tricks on how to avoid blisters, call your podiatrists at Southwest Foot Institute with offices in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale, AZ. Call today; your toes will feel better tomorrow!