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Frostbite is damage to the skin and underlying tissues caused by extreme cold.A person with frostbite on the extremities may also be subject to hypothermia(lowered body temperature). Check for hypothermia and treat thos... |
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Symptoms
The first symptoms are a "pins and needles" sensation followed by numbness. There may be an early throbbing or achin...
Causes
Frostbite occurs when the skin and body tissues are exposed to cold temperature for a prolonged period of time. Hand...
Treatments
If protection from refreezing cannot be guaranteed, it may be better to delay the initial rewarming process until a w...
Prevention
Be aware of factors that can contribute to frostbite, such as extreme cold, wet clothes, high winds, and poor circula...
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