About Us | Privacy | Site Map
May 20, 2013
Font Size
A
A
A

Frostbite (cont.)

Medical Author:
Medical Editor:

Frostbite Synonyms and Keywords

frostbite, frostnip, trench foot, chilblains, pernio, dead skin, dead tissue, cold weather, extremities, hypothermia, frostbite pictures

Must Read Articles Related to Frostbite

Cellulitis
Cellulitis Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and soft tissues that causes swelling, redness, tenderness and warmth. Treatment will involve antibiotics. Sever...learn more >>
Cold Hands and Feet
Cold Hands and Feet When your hands or feet (and sometimes other parts of the body, especially your ears and nose) get too cold, they can be injured or react in different ways. Sym...learn more >>
Hand Injuries
Hand Injuries Hand injuries can be divided into six categories. 1) cuts and lacerations, 2) fractures and dislocations, 3) soft tissue injuries and amputations, 4) infections...learn more >>

Viewer Comments & Reviews

Frostbite - Symptoms and Signs

The eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:

What were your frostbite symptoms and signs?

Frostbite - Experience

The eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:

What was your experience with frostbite?

Women's Health

Find out what women really need.

Please acknowledge your agreement




Read What Your Physician is Reading on Medscape

Frostbite »

Frostbite is a cold-related injury characterized by freezing of tissue.

Read More on Medscape Reference »


Medical Dictionary


Use Pill Finder Find it Now

Pill Identifier on RxList

  • quick, easy,
    pill identification

Find a Local Pharmacy

  • including 24 hour, pharmacies