When someone you know has a burn injury, it can be scary and require medical attention. It is important that appropriate and prompt treatment is given. If a burn is a third-degree burn--much of the body is involved-- it is best to call 911 and...
Herpes is a commonly occurring sexually transmitted disease. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which can be found in two forms, type 1 and type 2. HSV can cause both oral and genital herpes in women. Symptoms of either type of...
Runners are prone to developing blisters on their feet, particularly if their running shoes don't fit quite right. The combination of continuous friction, pressure and moisture from sweat is ideal for blister formation. To prevent blisters in the...
Burns occurs frequently, accounting for as many as 1 to 2 million doctor's visits and 50,000 to 70,000 hospitalizations each year, the University of Maryland Medical Center reports. Between 30 and 40 percent of all burns occur in children, with...
Blisters are formed when the skin is exposed to prolong irritation through pressure or chafing. For tennis players, the racket handle is a common cause of blisters on the hands and fingers. Racket handles primarily cause blisters through chafing...
Poison ivy grows in most parts of the United States, except the Northwest. Contact with the toxin urushiol in the leaves and stem of the plant often causes a rash and blistering. The rash can appear instantly or take 24 hours to fully develop....
Aloe vera has a long history of use as a treatment for skin disorders, burns and wounds. At one time, aloe vera was widely used as a treatment for constipation, but the use of aloe vera as a laxative is no longer recommended because of gentler...
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, is a bacterial infection that can infect open wounds, blisters and skin lesions. Normal infection with the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, or S. aureus, can be treated with a variety of common...
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a life-threatening condition characterized by the rapid onset of fever, organ dysfunction and impaired blood flow. TSS is caused by a toxin produced by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, while a similar condition called...
The herb plantain, often considered a weed, holds powerful skin-healing properties in its broad, heavily veined leaves. Varieties included common plantain, Plantago major, and English plantain, Plantago lanceolata. Native Americans called plantain...
Several conditions may break the skin, causing the formation of a scab, including abrasions, lacerations and blisters. A scab is a normal part of the healing process and should remain in place until it falls off naturally. Valerie Ann Worwood,...
Itching occurs as an immune response by the body to stimuli in or on the body. Itching may be generalized, which means that it occurs over the entire body, or localized, which means it only occurs in one area. Extreme itching can be tremendously...
A burn can is painful, whether it's a first degree or third-degree burn. A first-degree burn reddens the skin, while a second-degree burn causes blistering. A third-degree burn damages tissues and often involves multiple layers of skin. Burns can...
The friction caused by using gymnastics bars repetitively can result in blisters on your hands. Although a fairly minor injury, blisters can become a serious health issue if they break open, leaving you with an open wound prone to infection....
In the group of autoimmune disorders called pemphigus, layers of skin separate from each other causing painful or itchy blisters on the skin and mucous membranes. Depending on the extent of the skin surface affected, pemphigus can be a very...
An essential oil is the purest extract of a particular plant, flower, tree or fruit. Inhale any scent for a calming or energizing effect on your limbic system---the area of the brain that controls your emotions and desires. As nature's...
Several circumstances contribute to the development of foot cramps during physical activity. In response, some salons and spas offer a pedicure targeted for people who suffer from foot cramps, called a sports pedicure. The service may offer relief...
Whether it's from staying out too long in the sun or accidentally touching a hot pot handle, minor thermal burns are a common occurrence among adults and children. In the US, the CDC estimates that 1.1 million people experience burns requiring...
As your surface contact with the external environment, your skin is vulnerable to blisters, cuts, scrapes and other wounds. The complex cellular events involved in skin healing begin almost immediately after you sustain an injury. Blisters and...
Cryosurgery is a medical procedure that involves applying a cold substance, typically liquid nitrogen, to the skin to freeze and destroy benign or malignant skin lesions. In most cases, cryosurgery is performed on an outpatient basis, and you may...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), herpes B virus, also known as Cercopithecine herpesvirus 1 or B-virus, is a common infection in monkeys and other non-human primates. Although it produces almost no symptoms in...
Flesh-eating disease, which is also known as a necrotizing soft tissue infection, is the result of a bacterial infection. Bacteria that cause these infections secrete chemicals that rapidly break down the surrounding skin, muscle and connective...
When you go to the wilderness to get away from it all, you do just that. "All" includes your medicine cabinet, the pharmacy and the emergency room. Therefore, it is important to take a first-aid kit with you and know how to use it. General things...
Skin burns can range from minor to severe. Minor burns, called first-degree burns, rarely require medical treatment unless the tissues impacted cover a substantial portion of the body, according to the Mayo Clinic. Other burns, including...
Sodium bicarbonate, commonly referred to as baking soda, is commonly used to treat wounds at all stages of healing because of its disinfectant properties. Baking soda can help remove hardened scabs, prevent scars from forming and lower the risk of...
Fever blisters, also known as cold sores, generally affect the skin outside your mouth -- lips, chin and cheeks -- although they may also occur on the roof of your mouth or on your gums. Your physician may recommend medications to help heal these...
A first-degree burn only effects the epidermis and does not penetrate to deeper levels of the skin. In general, the burned area will turn red and puffy and will sting. (If you get a surface burn that extends across a significant surface area of...
Blisters are formed when the skin is exposed to prolonged irritation -- usually friction or uneven pressure. Blisters form quickly when the skin is moist and hot, because the skin is supple. A jogger's sweaty feet are the perfect environment for...
Your tattoo isn't completely finished when you leave the shop. You still have three weeks to a month of healing to do, and proper aftercare during that time is essential. A tattoo that doesn't heal properly is subject to infection or loss of...
Prevent and treat blister wounds in a few simple steps. Learn how to treat sports injuries in this video on health and rehab.