Duration
The healing process of a blister on the finger can take different lengths of time. The duration depends on the size and exact location of the bladder. Small blisters or blisters heal faster than large blisters.
The localisation is relevant with regard to the strain on the bladder. The palm of the hand tends to be stressed and irritated earlier during the healing process than the back of the hand. Uncomplicated, smaller blisters can heal after just one week if treated correctly.
As soon as complications occur, for example in the form of inflammation, the healing process can spread over several weeks. It is important to protect the bladder with a blister plaster and not to strain it. This is the only way to ensure optimal regeneration. If the blister on the finger has to be treated systemically with medication because it is a blister-forming skin disease, the healing process takes a comparably long time.
Ignition
Inflammatory processes should not occur during the course of bladder formation and healing. The most common cause of inflammation is bacteria that enter through an opening of the bladder. The bladder can burst naturally if the tension becomes too great.
However, it is at least as common for those affected to pierce the bladder in an unsterile manner or not to disinfect the wound afterwards. During the inflammation, the once clear fluid can become purulent and cloudy, which is indicative of a bacterial infection. In addition, the area of the bladder can become increasingly reddened.
An increase in swelling and pain as well as a burning sensation are also possible. In addition, affected persons report that their fingers are overheated. In the case of an inflammation, it is advisable to consult a doctor to take appropriate therapeutic steps.
Blister from writing
Fingers that are otherwise subjected to little stress in the sense of housework or gardening, certain sports or professional activities are particularly susceptible during phases of intensive writing. Depending on how the pen is held by the person concerned, a blister forms on each finger in the area of the contact surface of the writing tool. This is usually preceded by redness, swelling and pain in the corresponding area.
The skin gets used to the irritation relatively quickly and reacts as a defence mechanism by forming a callus. In order to be able to continue writing in the acute situation despite the pain and blister formation, it is helpful to apply a blister plaster. This cushions the bladder somewhat so that the pain is reduced and the affected person can continue writing.
Bubble from playing the guitar
Blisters on the finger often occur in connection with playing the guitar. Especially beginners complain of pain in the first days with subsequent blisters on the fingertips. The reason for this is quite simply the mechanical strain.
The skin is not used to such irritation by the strings of the guitar, so that a blister develops. Often the blisters heal after several days and a cornea forms at the former location through regular playing. The strength of the strings also has an influence on the formation of a blister when playing the guitar. Depending on the guitar model, the strings are harder or softer, whereas hard strings increase the probability of blistering. By playing regularly, the fingers get used to the mechanical strain and become more resistant through the formation of a horny layer.
