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Should I burst burn blisters to relieve pressure?

No; blisters should generally be left intact because they act as a natural dressing and barrier to infection. Breaking blisters increases infection risk and can make assessment harder; healthcare professionals will decide whether and how to debride blisters if needed.

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Should we ever try to remove objects from a child’s nose or ear ourselves?

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