Chilblains

They most often affect the body’s extremities, such as the toes, fingers, heels, ears and nose.

Chilblains can be uncomfortable, but rarely cause any permanent damage. They normally heal within a few weeks if further exposure to the cold is avoided.

Chilblains can turn the skin red and may cause a burning or stinging sensation.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/

In severe cases, chilblains can cause the skin to blister.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/


Chilblains can be uncomfortable, but rarely cause any permanent damage. They normally heal within a few weeks if further exposure to the cold is avoided.

Chilblains can turn the skin red and may cause a burning or stinging sensation.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/

In severe cases, chilblains can cause the skin to blister.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/


Chilblains can turn the skin red and may cause a burning or stinging sensation.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/

In severe cases, chilblains can cause the skin to blister.Source: https://dermnetnz.org/

Symptoms

Chilblains usually develop several hours after exposure to the cold. They typically cause a burning and itching sensation in the affected areas, which can become more intense if you go into a warm room.

The affected skin may also swell and turn red or dark blue.

In severe cases, the surface of the skin may break and sores or blisters can develop. 

It’s important not to scratch the skin as it can break easily and become infected.