Chilblains

Chilblains

Chilblains are patches of discoloured (red, blue, white), swollen and itchy skin forming after exposure to cold and damp conditions. The toes are particularly vulnerable. Despite the discomfort, most chilblains don’t cause any permanent damage to tissue. Chilblains only occur in the cold. You are more likely to develop chilblains if you are sensitive to …

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