As you probably can guess, any insect with a name like blister beetle is not an insect to approach with a casual attitude. Blister beetles use a chemical called cantharidin for defense. Instead of a ...

Dear Adam: My teenage son, a seven-day-a-week basketball player, occasionally gets blisters on the bottom of his feet. Because he is continually practicing for his school team and his AAU team, ...

You usually do not need treatment for blisters, which often heal on their own. Make sure you wear properly fitted shoes and moisture-wicking socks to help prevent blisters. You should cover any ...

Dear Dr. Fox - I want to discuss the subject of treating hygroma and how you might help the animal community by spreading the word through your column. The current treatment by many veterinarians is ...

Understanding blisters causes can help you prevent and manage them better. Here’s a quick breakdown of what causes blisters:- Friction: Short bursts of rubbing from shoes or tool handles can irritate ...

Just thinking about poison ivy can make you itch. Blistering rashes on your arms and ankles, oozing bumps between your fingers and eyelid-swelling exposures are all-too-familiar summer hazards.

How to prevent blisters, get rid of your calluses, and keep them fresh. p pulse Follow Your feet endure a lot each day: You wash them in a hot shower, squeeze them into stiff work shoes, where they ...