Watery pimples on the arms, fingers, palms that itch: symptoms, what causes them, treatment

Causes

Most often, water pimples on the fingers appear in the autumn-winter period, and then go away on their own without treatment. It happens less often that this phenomenon is observed constantly. In the first case, the appearance of watery subcutaneous pimples on the fingers is associated with dry skin and vitamin deficiency; in the second case, the reasons may be more serious and indicate the presence of pathological processes in the body.

The reasons why unsightly and discomfort-provoking pimples appear on the hands may be as follows:

infectious diseases;
parasites;
nervous diseases and stress conditions;
allergy;
metabolic disorders, endocrine diseases;
disruptions in the gastrointestinal tract;
fungal and bacterial skin lesions;
influence of aggressive external environment;
lack of proper hand hygiene and many others.

The most common reasons will be discussed in more detail below.

Infectious diseases

Watery pimples on a child’s fingers and toes may be associated with childhood infectious pathologies. For example, chickenpox, rubella, scarlet fever and others. In this case, pathological rashes cover not only the upper limbs, but also other parts of the body. You can see liquid inside the blisters, and in most cases they cause great discomfort to the child - itching appears, the baby scratches them, and the area where the pimples spread increases. In addition, the child may develop a fever, weakness and other symptoms.

With a fungal infection of the skin, water pimples may also appear on the fingers. In this case, they are localized in the area of damage to the skin - in the area of scratches, cuts or cracks.

Another disease, the symptom of which is the appearance of small watery pimples on the fingers, is pemphigus. Scientists have not fully established the causes of this disease, but some doctors are confident in the viral origin of the pathology. In this case, the rash initially appears on the mucous membranes and lips, and as it progresses it can affect other parts of the human body. There is liquid inside the bubbles, and if the bubble bursts and it flows out, large areas of erosion appear.

Why do small watery pimples appear on the hands?

External reasons:

Thermal or chemical burn. A fairly common household and professional problem in which a strong irritating agent gets on the skin of the hand. Watery blisters are characteristic of the second stage of the burn, when the epidermis is affected and intercellular connections are disrupted, which leads to the formation of blisters. The burn is accompanied by hyperemia (redness) and pain.
One of the most common causes is an allergic reaction. It can occur on almost any item: food, household chemicals, personal hygiene items and others. Often such rashes appear immediately or a short time after contact with the irritant and quickly regress after its cessation. Quite often, pimples can be accompanied by itching. With a severe allergic reaction, urticaria, angioedema and anaphylactic shock may develop. To prevent these complications, if watery pimples appear on your fingers, we advise you to consult a doctor to undergo diagnostic tests to identify the allergen.
The impact of unfavorable factors on the skin, which leads to disruption of the connections between the cells of the epidermis, as a result of which fluid enters the intercellular space and blisters form. Such manifestations are observed with excessive exposure to sunlight, constant maceration, and mechanical damage.

Internal reasons:

Violation of neurohumoral regulation. The endocrine system provides all the functions of the human body, and if its functioning is disrupted, all organs and systems suffer. The causes of its dysfunction are insufficient nutrition, stress reactions, deficiency of vitamins and microelements. In this case, watery pimples on the fingers rarely go away on their own and require treatment.
Diseases of internal organs. Vesicular rashes in this case are a sign of a violation of one or another organ. In this case, you need to consult a doctor to diagnose your disease.
Excessive dryness of the skin. Normal skin is in a slightly moist state, which provides its protective function. In this case, excessive dryness makes the skin more sensitive to damaging agents and promotes the formation of blisters.

Pimples as symptoms of diseases:

Eczema is an inflammatory disease of the skin, characterized by the appearance of a polymorphic rash accompanied by itching. The development of eczema is promoted by chemical, thermal or mechanical irritation of the skin. There are numerous forms of eczema. The most common form that affects the hands is the dyshidrotic form, in which single blisters appear on the forearm and subsequently spread to the entire hand.
Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by the scabies mite, accompanied by severe itching and paired vesiculopapular lesions. Often such rashes appear in the spaces between the fingers. These blisters are very itchy and when scratched, they become damaged and may become infected. Scabies is a highly contagious disease and can easily be transmitted to another person, so if you have the disease, you should limit contact with other people and observe good hygiene.
Hyperhidrosis of the skin (miliaria) is an increased production of secretions by the sweat glands, often accompanied by vesicular rashes that have an unpleasant odor. It occurs due to a physiological reason (exposure to high temperature, emotional stress, stress), or due to poor personal hygiene, and is often combined with vegetative-vascular dystonia. It can also be a symptom of other diseases (tuberculosis, a sharp drop in blood sugar).
Herpetic rashes. We often associate them with blisters on the lips, but herpes can also appear on other parts of the body. The herpes virus constantly persists inside a person and can worsen with a decrease in immune resistance. The rash is often accompanied by itching and pain.
Infectious lesions. Diseases such as measles, rubella, and chickenpox are often accompanied by rashes on the skin. This symptom is usually the first and serves as a warning sign about the beginning of the height of the disease. In this case, it is necessary to urgently seek medical help.

Parasites

Quite often, water pimples on the fingers are associated with infection of the skin by a microscopic parasite called scabies mite. Infection occurs through skin contact with a sick person. The disease is called scabies. The clinical picture is as follows:

Watery pimples between the fingers, on the hands and sometimes on the forearms and feet.
Itching, the intensity of which intensifies at night. This is explained by the fact that it is at night that the subcutaneous mite begins to actively feed and reproduce. Also, discomfort may become stronger after swimming in warm water.
You can see scabies on the skin, which look like stripes of gray or pinkish color.
Drying and peeling of the skin.
Since the patient is bothered by itching, scratches, ulcers, weeping wounds and bloody crusts appear on the skin - all these are signs of infection of the scratched areas.

It is very important to understand that scabies is a contagious disease, and the patient must be aware that he poses a threat to others.

Causes of acne on toes in children

Most often, acne appears on the toes of children:

When the skin is damaged by a fungal infection. Children's skin is more delicate and thin, so fungi can penetrate into its layers with virtually no barriers. Children can pick up this type of infection in different places, for example, in a kindergarten, in a swimming pool, when visiting sports sections, on the beach, in a water park, in a bathhouse or sauna, or when wearing someone else’s shoes, including the shoes of adults. The infection can develop very quickly, forming red spots, the surface of which becomes covered with pimples and cracks. Therefore, if the skin on the child’s toes cracks, and this disorder is accompanied by burning, itching, and intense inflammation, we can conclude that there is a fungal infection.

When scabies appears. This disease is highly contagious. The causative agent of the disease, the microscopic scabies mite, is easily transmitted by a simple handshake or other bodily contact with a sick person or animal. Scabies pimples usually appear in the folds of the skin, between the toes and hands, and on the skin you can notice the presence of white or grayish stripes, which are passages formed when the mite moves under the skin. This disease is accompanied by almost constant intense itching, which becomes unbearable at night, since it is at this time that the mite is most active.

In case of usual non-compliance with hygiene rules, in case of insufficient or absence of water procedures. As a rule, in this case, watery pimples between the toes of a child are a consequence of common heat rash. Such pimples quickly fill with liquid, after which they burst and form wet open wounds, in which there is a favorable environment for the development of pathogenic microflora.

For infectious skin lesions. One of the first manifestations of many infectious diseases is the formation of rashes on the skin. Acne on different parts of the body, including between the toes and hands, can appear with measles, chicken pox, scarlet fever, and rubella.

Sometimes pimples between the toes in children can indicate the development of shingles. In this case, the rashes spread to the skin of the fingers and feet, and if they develop strongly and are left without treatment for a long time, the formations can move to the skin of the legs. Pimples with pityriasis rosea are usually located in single elements with redness of the skin around them, without merging into common large spots; they itch very much and cause pain on palpation. With lichen planus, red spots appear on the skin, characterized by thickening of the upper layers of the dermis, swelling, and uneven surface. As a rule, after recovery, traces remain in place of such spots.

In some cases, pimples on a child's toes indicate psoriasis. The manifestations of this disease are often confused with common types of lichen, since the disease essentially belongs to the same group, but psoriasis is distinguished by certain locations of the rash. As a rule, psoriasis acne, which forms plaques, appears on the skin of the feet, between the toes, and also in the bends of the knees and elbows. Sometimes similar formations can be found in the inguinal folds. It is completely impossible to cure such a disease. As a rule, after treatment it goes into remission until the next exacerbation.

Another cause of acne on the toes of children, as well as between the toes, can be called eczema. Just like psoriasis, eczema cannot be completely cured. Eczema is divided into two types: dry and wet. With dry eczema, the surface of the lesions, localized on the upper and lower extremities, is characterized by peeling and intense itching. With weeping eczema, a large number of watery pimples form on the surface of the lesions, which burst, cause severe pain and present as a weeping open wound.

In addition, acne all over the body, including on the toes, can appear due to metabolic disorders, vitamin deficiency, diseases of the digestive system, poor nutrition leading to weakened immunity, and also due to insect bites.

Allergic reactions

If you have an allergy on your fingers, water pimples may appear as the body's response to the influence of a provocateur. An allergy can develop to anything - to frost and cold, to sunlight, to animals, flowers, food, household chemicals, etc. Popularly, allergic small watery pimples on the fingers are called urticaria. They will appear every time there is contact with an allergen, so it is urgent to find out what exactly the patient is allergic to. An allergist can help with this, who will conduct special tests and prescribe antihistamine therapy. Knowing the causes of allergies, the patient must minimize contact with the allergen, otherwise, after treatment, pimples will appear again.

Endocrine system diseases

The cause of watery pimples on the fingers may be a hormonal imbalance. Waiting for the pathology to go away on its own is not only impractical, but also quite dangerous. Hormonal imbalance is a serious pathology that can cause disruptions in the functionality of internal organs. You need to understand that in this way the body gives a signal that its work is being disrupted. Therefore, if symptomatic treatment of water pimples between the fingers does not have a positive effect, you should consult an endocrinologist.

What may be the manifestations of dyshidrosis?

There is a special medical term that characterizes rashes on the palms - pompholyx, which belongs to the group of dermatitis. Its type of disease is dyshidrotic eczema. With dyshidrosis (pompholyx), the hands and feet are predominantly affected, therefore, if you notice watery pimples on the extremities, you should immediately consult a dermatologist. The content of the vesicles can vary from transparent filling to purulent exudate.

Stages of development of dyshidrosis:

first, a general skin reaction occurs (redness, itching, sensation of “crawling goosebumps”, increased temperature);
subsequently, small pimples appear on the palms containing serous fluid that resemble blisters;
over time, watery vesicles unite and begin to burst, resulting in brown crusts and an inflammatory reaction of the skin;
painful cracks appear and the upper keratinized layer of the epidermis peels off;
During healing, the skin becomes rougher, tougher, and peeling is observed.

“Pimples” on the palms and soles are a specific manifestation of infection with enteroviruses (coxsackievirus).
In children, watery pimples occur mainly on the palms and soles. It is more difficult for them to cope with constant itching, so young children often scratch their skin. Parents should be extremely careful. If the pimples on a child’s palms are very itchy, he should absolutely not be allowed to play in the sandbox; it may be appropriate to use special gloves. With normal treatment, the clear blisters disappear with virtually no pus formation and are not accompanied by noticeable pain. Over time, all subcutaneous pimples come out, then dry out, crust over and leave behind barely noticeable pink spots.

Other pathologies

The appearance of various rashes on the hands may be a signal of skin cancer. Tumors, both benign and malignant, can take the form of moles, warts, plaques, pimples, and so on.

If acne on the hands does not respond to any treatment for a long time, but continues to spread, perhaps its cause lies in a genetic disease.

Often the cause of skin rashes is nervous tension and prolonged stress. A malfunction of the nervous system always leaves a negative impact on the functioning of internal organs, and internal diseases already manifest themselves in the form of acne. In this case, acne will not be the only symptom; there will be other signs.

Increased dryness - the skin loses its protective functions, as a result of which external factors provoke the occurrence of acne.

Metabolic disorders, pathologies of the digestive system, ailments of the reproductive system - acne in these cases first appears only on the fingers, and then can be observed on the hands and forearms.

Using aggressive household chemicals without rubber gloves in itself can cause acne to appear on your hands, and in addition, harmful chemicals can damage the skin, resulting in infection in the wounds, and consequently, acne.

Urgently see a doctor

The appearance of formations with liquid content is a reason to consult a doctor. Ignoring the problem risks spreading the rash to other parts of the body, infecting loved ones, and worsening hidden health problems. You should visit the hospital immediately if:

rashes occupy most of the surface;
new bubbles appear;
pimples merge with each other, forming larger blisters;
Liquid accumulates inside the bubbles;
the rash is itchy or painful;
The tissue around the pimples turns red and swells.

If pimples or blisters are sporadic, do not tend to spread and do not particularly bother the patient, you can try to cope with the problem on your own.

Watery pimples near the nails

As a rule, pimples that appear in the area of the nail plate are associated with dyshidrosis. This is a group of conditions that can be either an independent illness or a sign of skin pathologies. In medical practice, a distinction is made between dyshidrotic eczema and true dyshidrosis.

Dyshidrotic eczema most often appears after severe nervous experiences, as well as as a result of allergic reactions. First, a small rash appears, and then pimples form, filled with clear liquid and causing severe itching.

True dyshidrosis occurs with the development of pathological processes in the sweat glands.

Treatment with medications

As is clear from the above, there are various causes of water pimples on the fingers, and treatment, accordingly, will also vary. Therefore, a doctor should prescribe therapy after identifying the cause of the pathology.

To treat scabies, it is necessary to use external preparations, such as sulfur ointment, for a week.

To eliminate a rash that appears as a result of chickenpox, measles or other infectious diseases, treatment is prescribed by a doctor. In some cases, hospitalization of the patient is required.

You can get rid of fungal skin lesions with the help of antimycoid agents, which must be prescribed by a specialist, since many of them are quite toxic.

Allergic rashes are treated with antihistamines, which can be taken orally or used externally.

The appearance of subcutaneous formations

Subcutaneous acne can appear for various reasons, so it can be short-term, with mild symptoms, or more serious, global. One reason is heredity. The disease can be transmitted to Daria from close or distant relatives. Such an ailment should be treated only with the involvement of specialists.

Most often, doctors prescribe vitamins A and E, which are simply irreplaceable for the skin. They nourish, moisturize, heal and restore it. Treatment cannot be done without antibiotics, and in parallel, doctors recommend the use of cosmetics that can improve the appearance of the skin of the fingers. But subcutaneous acne is not always a serious disease. If the disease is not confirmed, you can use traditional methods.

Such rashes should be seen by a doctor

To prevent subcutaneous acne from appearing, it is recommended to constantly take warm baths for your hands. Salt baths are considered the simplest recipe. To prepare them, you only need purchased sea salt and warm water.

Patients who do not have time for lotions can use procedures with iodine. To do this, just apply the product precisely to the blisters that have formed. This method should not be abused, because the alcohol solution can dry out the skin and cause itching, peeling and wound formation. To prevent infection, you can apply ichthyol ointment to your fingers. To combat subcutaneous acne, it is recommended to use lemon juice.

Treatment with folk remedies

If water pimples appear on your fingers, traditional healers know how to treat them. It is more effective to use folk recipes as a complement to traditional treatment.

Traditional recipes:

Mix cosmetic clay with water to a paste, apply to clean hands for 15 minutes, then rinse with water.
Many medicinal herbs have an anti-inflammatory effect, such as calendula, chamomile, celandine or string. For half a liter of water you need to take 2 tablespoons of dry plant material, boil for a couple of minutes, leave, strain and regularly wipe the problem areas with the broth.
3 times a day you can treat the skin with viburnum juice, aloe or birch decoction.
Raw potatoes are very good at eliminating itching and discomfort that cause skin rashes. You need to grate the potatoes and apply them to the affected area.
Parsley also treats acne; you need to chop it, squeeze the juice out of it and wipe your skin with it twice a day.

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Psoriasis

This common skin condition causes uncontrolled growth of skin cells. This increased rate of cell growth means that dead skin cells cannot be broken down naturally. Instead, extra skin cells accumulate on the surface of your skin. In addition to itching, psoriasis can cause:

red blisters, sometimes with silvery-white scales;
painful, swollen joints;
cracked skin that may bleed;
pain in adjacent joints.

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Eczema

Atopic dermatitis, or eczema as it is sometimes called, is a condition that causes your skin to itch. This may result in red patches of skin in the affected area of the palm. Some will be red, while others may be darker or almost gray in some people. small bumps will develop that stick out from the skin These bumps may rupture and leak fluid The skin may also be dry This can lead to cracking and even bleeding Like psoriasis, eczema flare-ups can come and go You may have symptoms for several days or weeks and then you don't experience them for months.

Diabetes

It's rare, but diabetes can cause itchy palms Diabetes can cause poor circulation, and poor circulation can lead to itchy skin However, most people with diabetes experience it in their feet more than in their hands.

What to do during an exacerbation?

During the acute period, it is recommended to adhere to the following recommendations:

Know that lack of sleep, stress, and poor nutrition are provoking factors, so they must be eliminated.
Follow a diet. Dietary nutrition involves excluding from the diet foods that can provoke allergic reactions.
Use medications prescribed by your doctor correctly and in the right dosage. We must remember that hormonal agents, as well as agents against fungal infections, must be used in strict dosages to avoid complications.
It is necessary to wash your hands more often so that the wounds from bursting bubbles do not get infected, and if there is a need to use household chemicals during treatment, you must wear rubber gloves.
Regularly lubricate your hands with hypoallergenic cream or use glycerin or vaseline oil.
You need to consume more fluids, as well as vitamins A, B, E.
If the blister has burst, under no circumstances should you peel off the skin, and you should also refrain from scratching the pimples. If the itching is very severe, it is recommended to use folk remedies that will reduce discomfort.
If the lesion is very severe, you can use bandages with antiseptics.
For large purulent pimples, you should contact a surgeon, as it may be a carbuncle.

How are watery blisters treated?

The most commonly used medicinal components in the treatment of water blisters are Citrine, Suprastin, and Tavegil.

In addition, it will be very important for the patient, sometimes for a fairly long period of time, to adhere to an extremely strict diet, without deviating from it in any way. Experts point out that it will be very important to review the rich assortment of your own food and exclude spicy, fatty and sweet items from it.

folk remedies for treating blisters on fingers

In addition to the course of use of the prescribed tablet components, the recovery process related directly to the skin will involve the use of certain external medications. These can be creams, ointments, as well as compresses that allow them to burst. If the patient's condition is not severe, then the use of certain folk remedies is more than acceptable.

Preparations and remedies from the field of traditional medicine, which are intended to prevent the further development of watery blisters or blisters on the hands, can consist of decoctions and infusions based on medicinal herbs.

For example, it might turn out to be:

oregano;
St. John's wort;
chamomile;
series.

It is strongly recommended to end any, even the shortest, contacts with liquids by drying your hands as carefully as possible. Next, it would be best to lubricate them, for example, with a cream or some kind of ointment. It will be best if these remedies are prescribed directly by a dermatologist. Special attention should be paid to preventive measures to exclude the development of any blisters in the future and the possibility that they will itch.

Preventing blisters on hands and fingers

First of all, it is important to keep your hands clean and monitor them for any cuts or damage. The fact is that even a hangnail can be the starting point for the development of an infection, bacterial infection

In addition, it is recommended to periodically consult with a dermatologist, who will prescribe such cream formulations or even ointments that are useful in this particular case.

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Prevention

To prevent unpleasant pimples from appearing on your hands, you must follow preventive measures:

When washing dishes, doing laundry, or cleaning the room, you should only wear household gloves, which will protect the skin from aggressive chemical compounds.
Reduce physical contact with people who are not part of your circle of loved ones and acquaintances. After shaking hands, you must wash your hands thoroughly.
In cold windy weather, as well as in frost, you need to wear gloves that will prevent dehydration and chapping of the skin.
It is necessary to minimize the number of stressful situations.
Even with minor scratches and cracks of the skin, it is recommended to carry out antiseptic treatment so as not to leave a gateway for infectious pathogens.
If you have an allergic reaction, it is important to be careful when coming into contact with potential allergens.