2006-11-30 22:04:30 · 11 answers · asked by emma j 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
A blister is Nature's band-aid; the serum rushes to the site to protect it, prevent infections, and carry away dead cells and particles. The blister covers an injured area of the skin. If the blister breaks accidentally, clean the area gently with warm water, pat it dry, and keep it covered with a clean band-aid for 2-3 days, changing the bandaid as needed to keep the area dirt and germ free. Wounds heal best in a clean, slightly moist environment.
2006-12-01 15:36:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A blister or bulla is a defense mechanism of the human body. It consists of a pool of lymph and other bodily fluids beneath the upper layers of the skin. It may be formed in response to burns or friction, and helps to repair damage to the skin. If a blister is punctured, it forms an open wound. One should not bandage it for long periods of time, as it prevents the flow of oxygen to the wound, which it needs to dry out and heal;[citation needed] keeping it moist will only make it be painful for longer. However, it is a good idea to bandage it when one is working around unsanitary conditions. If one leaves it unbandaged at night while sleeping, it will be able to heal better. After the blister has 'popped,' the excess skin should not be removed, unless it is dirty or torn. Removing the excess skin often makes the wound more prone to further infection (Kaiser Permanente, 2001). As with all wounds, it is a good idea to keep blisters clean. Applying polysporin to the area will speed up the healing process.
If a blister is associated with sub-dermal bleeding, it may partially fill with blood, forming a blood blister.
Blistering is a distinguishing characteristic of second degree burns.
Certain autoimmune diseases feature extensive blistering as one of their symptoms. These include pemphigus and pemphigoid. Blistering also occurs as part of foodborne illness with Vibrio vulnificus (seafood).
The class of chemical weapons known as vesicants acts by causing blisters (often within the respiratory tract). Mustard gas and lewisite are examples of such agents.
2006-11-30 22:07:01 · answer #2 · answered by gvb 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It is not water entirely. It has more protein and other things in it. It is to protect the injured area below and to promote healing.
2006-11-30 23:12:43 · answer #3 · answered by Buzz s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not water, entirely
its white blood cells and water, and it speeds healing and allows for a cushon to the damaged tissue below
2006-11-30 22:06:55 · answer #4 · answered by Jere_Harless 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's just nature's way of providing a cushion for an affected area. Nature didn't know we were going to pop them and cause ourselves even more pain!!!
2006-11-30 22:06:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
gvb has basically given you the reason why there is fluid. But it isn't all water it is called SEROUS fluid. Which is filled with protiens, water, aminoglycans
2006-12-01 06:54:38 · answer #6 · answered by juno406 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not full of water it is full of puss and when you popp them they hurt like hell
2006-12-02 08:13:50 · answer #7 · answered by liz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are not burst a blood blister and see.
2006-11-30 22:07:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think it's water!
2006-11-30 22:06:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's not water it's urea..
if you taste it it's salty!!
2006-12-02 21:50:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋