A blood blister is an elevated portion of skin filled with blood. It is frequently caused by pinching of the skin, lifting heavy weights, repeated rubbing, minor trauma, etc.
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The bump on my daughter's finger resembles a blood blister. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,My daughter has a bump on her finger that looks like a blood blister but if it was, I would have heard her cry when it happened. I am hoping you can rule out spider bite or even better, tell me what is going on.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the picture you sent me (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it looks like an insect bite that has got infected. I cannot be sure as to which bug. Mosquito, spider, bedbug, it could be anything. If it is not painful or any pus formation or fever,... Read Full »