Chilblains
If you're susceptible to chilblains, you canreduce your risk of developing themby:
If your skin gets cold, it's important to warm it up gradually. Heating the skin too quickly, for example by placing your feet in hot water or near a heater, is one of the main causes of chilblains.
The following advice should help:
The dressing should be changed every other day until the skin heals.
If the skin does become infected, antibiotics may be prescribed to treat the infection.
Chilblains are small, itchy swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. They most often affect the body's extremities, such as the toes.
Chilblainsusually develop several hours after exposure to the cold. Theytypically cause a burning and itching sensation in the affected areas, whichcan become more intense if you go into a warm room.
Most people don't need to seek medical advice if they have chilblains as they usually heal within a few weeks and don't cause any permanent problems. However, see your GP or chiropodist for advice if
Chilblains are the result ofan abnormal reaction to the cold.They are common in the UKbecause damp, cold weather is usual in the winter. Some people develop chilblains every winter that last for sever
Chilblains often get better on their own without treatment after a week or two. It may help to use a soothing lotion, such as calamine or witch hazel, to relieve itching. Your pharmacist may also be a
If you're susceptible to chilblains, you canreduce your risk of developing themby: limiting your exposure to the cold looking after your feet taking stepsto improve your circulation If your skin get