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

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Hello doctor,

I am a 23-year-old male. I get chilblains when I come in contact with cold places, for example, in the AC, or cold weather.

Please give me a medicine suggestion.
Answered by Dr. Idowu Olalekan

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

The following can help alleviate and prevent chilblains:

  1. Tablets Vitamin B complex twice daily.
  2. Keep affected skin areas warm and avoid extremes of temperature.
  3. You may use some creams that help reduce itching if your skin is itchy.

I hope this helps.

For more queries, reach out to me anytime at iCliniq.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 28, 2018
Reviewed At December 24, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Idowu Olalekan is a skilled Family Physician dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare across all age groups. He focuses on preventive care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment, ensuring holistic well-being for his patients. With a patient-centered approach, he emphasizes trust, compassion, and continuity of care.His areas of expertise include chronic disease management, preventive health screenings, and lifestyle counseling.

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Dr. Idowu Olalekan
Dr. Idowu Olalekan

Family Physician

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Idowu Olalekan is a skilled Family Physician dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare across all age groups. He focuses on preventive care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment, ensuring holistic well-being for his patients. With a patient-centered approach, he emphasizes trust, compassion, and continuity of care.His areas of expertise include chronic disease management, preventive health screenings, and lifestyle counseling.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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