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Medical Conditions - Chilblains

When the skin is exposed to cold temperatures, chilblains develop. Most commonly, body extremities like fingers, nose, earlobes, and toes are affected and are characterized by sore areas that appear red and itchy with swelling. Though they go back on their own, in extreme conditions, they persist needing medical intervention. Preventing being outside in cold temperatures and covering oneself with scarfs, mufflers, sweaters, socks, and gloves can prevent its occurrence.

All chilblains Q&A

How to avoid cold and flu after winter workout?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it is easy to catch a cold, particularly if you are in cold, wet, and windy weather.

I get chilblains with cold exposure. Can vasodilators treat it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The following can help alleviate and prevent chilblains: Tablets Vitamin B complex twice daily.

What is the best chilblain prevention treatment?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Chilblain is one of the inflammatory disorders due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Usually in travelers and can be in families.

Why did one of my fingers turn blue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is because of exposure to extremely low temperatures. Keep warm. Keep your hands covered when you are out at that temperature. Consume a warm diet.

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Is chilblains caused due to a deficiency?

Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. Chilblains are due to vasoconstriction of vessels due to cold weather.

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