I have a patient that attracted a blistering infection on his leg. No one know’s how he got it and where it came from. The infection started as a red spot on his shin that mutated into a large blister that eventually opened allowing pus to flow. Smaller blisters and red bumps also began to form and cover his shin and calf. Because the patient hated to go to the doctors, he was forced to do so and was diagnosed with an infection. He was then given an antibiotic and directions for how to care for the infection that he was to give to his caregivers. He is now home and his leg is being cared for. But he is feeling a good amount of pain daily.

If you are a caregiver for a patient or you know someone that exhibits redness anywhere on the skin, please don’t hesitate to get it checked. If you, as a caregiver, bathe this person, be sure to wear gloves as you are not sure if there is any infection or not. Regularly monitor your patients for any skin discoloration. And keep an eye on what they are eating and drinking. Also, watch for any changes in behavior and lifestyle patterns. Such things can be telling of an oncoming problem.

Have a great day!