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Foot blisters : symptoms and treatments

Blisters are a watery lesion that occurs when the skin of the foot is exposed to friction or irritating pressure.

While it is common knowledge that wearing new shoes causes blisters, other factors can also influence the development of blisters.

Let’s learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for persistent foot blisters.

When a blister develops on the foot, it usually affects specific parts of the skin that come into contact with the shoe.

The same is true for the heel, big toe, upper arch, and forefoot:

• The heel: Blisters on the heel are common due to the impact of an ill-fitting or new shoe.

• The big toe: A painful blister might form on the big toe if the shoe does not allow enough room for the toes.

• The top of the arch: Athletes who run are more likely to develop this form of blister under the foot.

• Forefoot: Blisters on the forefoot, whether (…en savoir plus)