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Frostbite

Prolonged exposure of skin to extremely low or freezing temperatures leads to frostbite. Hence people working at continuous freezing temperatures like winter sports athletes and the army are at higher risk. The skin of the face, feet, and hands are frequently affected. Based on the intensity of damage, it is divided into four degrees. Initially, there is immediate numbness followed by blisters, hardening skin surface, swelling, bluish discoloration of the skin, etc. In the recovering periods, there can be a pain, ulceration, numbness, skin sloughing, black crust, etc. In severe frostbite, there is permanent damage to the skin and underlying tissues. Autoamputation after months of attempted healing can take place.

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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it is easy to catch cold, particularly if you are in a cold, wet and windy weather. Also, exposure to extremely cold temperature affects you in many ways and can cause frost nip (first stage of frostbite), trench foot (prolonged exposure of feet to cold) and fros...  Read Full »

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Answer: 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. Rule out frostbite or chilblains. If you have any pain or discomfort or difficulty in movemen...  Read Full »

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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have checked all the attached photos (the attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity). It would be best if you did not worry; there is no evidence that you have frostbite. When have these photos been taken? Just after the exp...  Read Full »

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