Small Cluster of Blisters Near Ankle

[rufio9]

I came home from work at the bar yesterday and discovered a small cluster of tiny water filled blisters near my ankle. I am not sure if this is some kind of fungus or infection. I thought maybe it could be poison ivy buy they are not itchy and do not hurt. Could this be something serious that needs to be checked out? I have attached a picture. Any help is appreciated!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Unfortunately the picture is not very clear but it can be contact dermatitis,infected hair follicles,rash due to friction rub with clothes or sweat dermatitis.

Wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites. You can apply some calamine lotion at the rash as it will help in soothing the skin.Also wear cotton undergarments.Application of antibiotics cream like Neosporin and oral antiinflammatories like ibuprofen/acetaminophen are also helpful.If the symptoms are severe then it will be best to consult a dermatologist

Hope it helps. Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.

[jagesh50]

More like a superficial folliculitis.Antibacterial cremes help.