What does a blood blister in your mouth look like?

A blood blister may appear as a dark red bubble or bump inside the mouth that you can easily see or feel. There's no specific place as to where these blisters may form. But usually, they develop on the soft surfaces of the mouth like the tongue, cheek, or bottom side of the lips.

Can you pop a blood blister in your mouth?

The important thing to remember is to never, ever pop an oral blood blister. This can leave your mouth tissue vulnerable to bacterial infection. When it does burst on its own, be sure to keep your mouth clean until it's healed, as it is an open wound.

What causes a blood blister in the mouth?

Most oral blood blisters develop following trauma to the mouth, such as biting your cheek, burning your mouth with hot food, or puncturing soft tissue with sharp food, like a chip. In the case of trauma, a blood blister usually develops quickly after the damage takes place.

What do you do for a blood blister in your mouth?

Applying ice on the blood blister can soothe the swelling, and you can even avoid the blister formation with instant icing after an injury inside the mouth. To ease the blood blister in the mouth, place the ice on the bump and hold it there for at least 10 minutes. Repeat several times a day.

Should I be concerned about a blood blister in my mouth?

Most blood blisters go away on their own without any medical intervention — however, if you notice any abnormal symptoms, such as pus draining out of the blister, see your dental professional as soon as possible for an evaluation. They will thoroughly examine the affected area and make sure that it heals properly.

POP GOES THE BLOOD BLISTER: INCISION

How long does a blood blister last?

Blood blisters are very similar to friction blisters. They usually do not require medical treatment. The blister will heal on its own within three to seven days. Blood blisters are caused by a rupture of the blood vessels near the surface of the skin.

What happens if a blood blister pops?

If a blood blister bursts, keep the area clean and dry. Protect it with a sterile dressing to prevent infection. Blood blisters are often painful. Applying an ice pack to the affected area immediately after the injury can help relieve the pain (a bag of frozen vegetables works just as well).

What happens if a blood blister doesn't go away?

As long as the blister roof stays intact, it is a sterile environment. All you need to do is remove the blister cause so it doesn't get bigger or burst. However, if your blood blister pops and gets bigger or more sore or red, it may be infected (check these signs of infection).

What does an infected blister look like?

Credit: An infected blister can be hot and filled with green or yellow pus. The surrounding skin may look red, but this can be hard to see on darker skin tones.

Can you get sepsis from a blister?

Infected blisters can also lead to sepsis in severe cases. This happens when certain chemicals released by your immune system trigger a chain reaction in your body. Eventually, this can lead to septic shock. Septic shock is fatal about half the time.

Where can you get blood blisters?

Is it a blood blister or melanoma?

The only way to know for sure if it is a blood blister or melanoma is to have the bump examined. This can be done by visiting your doctor or dermatologist. If you don't typically get pimples or didn't have any injury that would have caused a blood blister, there is more cause for concern.

What is the fastest way to heal a blood blister?

Should you burst a blood blister?

A blood blister is almost the same as a friction blister but instead being filled with clear fluid (called serum), the blister is filled with blood. Don't try to pop a blood blister. It will heal on its own. Piercing it can introduce bacteria into the wound and slow the healing process.

What is a lump filled with blood?

A hemangioma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor made up of blood vessels. There are many types of hemangiomas, and they can occur throughout the body, including in skin, muscle, bone, and internal organs. Most hemangiomas occur on the surface of the skin or just beneath it.

How do you get rid of a blister without popping it?

For a Blister That Has Not Popped

Try not to pop or drain it. Leave it uncovered or cover loosely with a bandage. Try not to put pressure on the area. If the blister is in a pressure area such as the bottom of the foot, put a donut-shaped moleskin on it.