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Frostbite
A condition that occurs upon exposure to cold and which is graded just like a burn, from first (least serious) to third (most serious) degrees.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Does frostbite heal?
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How long does it take frostbite to heal?
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if i have frostbite how do i get rid of it?
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Can you get frostbite from eating popsicles?
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Does frostbite permanently discolor the skin?
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How cold would it have to be to get frostbite?
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Should I still go to work if I have frostbite?
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How long does it take frostbite to turn black?
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Outside how long would it take to get frostbite?
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How long does frostbite take to heal completely?
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How long does it take dry ice to cause frostbite?
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How long do you have to be exposed to cold to get frostbite?
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What are the symptoms of frostbite? How to tell if I have it?
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Are there things in my control that make frostbite more likely?
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Can you get frostbite at 30-32 degrees F, or it isn't cold enough?
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How long is it supposed to it take a small frostbite infestion to heal?
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Is there something that i could do to help my skin recover after frostbite?
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Are you supposed to cut yourself if you get frostbite or is that just in movies?
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A 49-year old asked:
Help doctors! What're the visual distinctions between thermal burns and frostbite?
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A 47-year old asked:
I think i have a mild case of frostbite but I'm not sure how to treat it! Please help?
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can frostbite lead to an amputation?
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Can handling frozen foods cause frostbite?
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What are the signs of frostbite on your neck?
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