This article originally appeared on Backpacker Blisters: just hearing the word makes our feet ache. Getting one of these raw, painful wounds is the quickest way to ruin any hike, and although careful ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Everything about blisters is inconvenient. They’re unsightly, often ...

Blisters are one of the most common injuries suffered by runners. They may seem a minor irritation, but they can cause disproportionate discomfort and have a negative impact on performance ...

BLISTERS MIGHT NOT seem like a big deal—until you get one and remember how debilitating they can be. These painful skin lesions are caused by friction when your skin rubs against your shoes, says ...

Blisters can pack a pretty mean punch when it comes to running and other athletic activities but there is hope. Blisters can pack a pretty mean punch when it comes to running and other athletic ...

Dear Doctors: I do a lot of hiking and camping, and when there is terrain that is rough, a lot of times I’ll get a blister. How do you take care of that – are you supposed to pop it and drain it, or ...

Severe sunburns come with a variety of symptoms and issues, from nausea to bright red skin—they can even require medical intervention. They can also come with blisters, which require their own care ...

Blisters can be formed through various mechanisms, including friction, heat, irritation, and allergies. Let's take a closer look at each of these processes: A palm with blisters Blisters, those small ...

So, what exactly are cold sores? According to Dr Kakai Kulabusia, a medical immunology specialist, these are small blister-like spots that appear in or around the outside of the mouth and are caused ...