A dark, blood-filled blister suddenly appears on your skin. It looks angry, painful, and wrong. You tell yourself it’s “just a blister”… but what if it isn’t? What if it keeps coming back, or shows up in your mouth for no reason at all? That tiny bubble could be your body’s quiet cry for hel… Continues…
A blood blister forms when fragile blood vessels rupture under intact skin, trapping dark red or purple fluid in a raised bubble. Often, it’s the result of a slammed finger, tight shoes, or repeated friction from tools or sports equipment. In the mouth, accidental biting, dental work, or sharp appliances can trigger similar blood-filled spots. They may look alarming, but most heal on their own within one to two weeks if left unpopped, gently cleaned, and protected from further pressure.