Chilblains, or pernio, occurs when small, itchy, swollen lesions form on the skin after exposure to cold, damp, or dry conditions. Chilblains can also occur after exposure to infections such as ...

Chilblains can last weeks or even months if you do not find a way to reduce your exposure to the cold or damp conditions. Many people find that chilblains return annually and usually in winter.

Chilblains are swellings on the skin occurred usually around the extremities such as such as the toes, fingers, heels, ears and nose, as a reaction to cold temperatures. The swellings are usually ...

Chilblains occur mostly in the young and the elderly, and are more common in women than in men. There are several natural agents which may reduce your tendency to suffer from chilblains.

How to treat chilblains Chilblains often get better without treatment, but it might help to use a soothing lotion, such as Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Gel (Boots), or Calamine (Boots) to relieve itching.

Chilblains are painful lesions caused by small vessel inflammation in the skin, as a result of repeated exposure to frigid air, but not freezing. The lesions appear as itching, red patches ...

Chilblains can happen in any age group though. The condition happens in winter when on exposure to cold, the blood vessels become narrow and blood supply decreases. It takes seven to 14 days to heal.

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He could have done with a few chilblains to give him something new to worry about. A bit of toe-toasting in front of a log fire followed by bedtime bliss with a hot-water bottle could bring them ...

However, chilblains can sometimes lead to infections, which can cause damage if left untreated. Read more: People ‘stealing soap and sanitary products’ because of cost-of-living crisis Chilblains are ...

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