My husband has two toes that are numb and white we think from frostbite, but he was never been seen or diagnosed by a doctor. It has been almost two months since he was exposed but continues to work outside in the cold, he is in construction and it was been a very cold winter this year. The toes are not purple or any other color and no blisters etc.
Fri, 14 Feb 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Saurabh Gupta's Response
Hello, Thanks for your query. Get the person to a warm place and remove any wet clothing. Unless absolutely necessary, the person should not walk on frostbitten toes or feet. Do not rewarm the skin until you can keep it warm. Warming and then re-exposing the frostbitten area to cold air can cause worse damage. Gently warm the area in warm water (not hot) or with wet heat until the skin appears red and warm. If no water is nearby, breathe on the area through cupped hands and hold it next to your body. Do not use direct heat from heating pads, radiator, or fires. Do not rub or massage the skin or break blisters. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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What Treatment Is Suggested For Frostbite
Hello, Thanks for your query. Get the person to a warm place and remove any wet clothing. Unless absolutely necessary, the person should not walk on frostbitten toes or feet. Do not rewarm the skin until you can keep it warm. Warming and then re-exposing the frostbitten area to cold air can cause worse damage. Gently warm the area in warm water (not hot) or with wet heat until the skin appears red and warm. If no water is nearby, breathe on the area through cupped hands and hold it next to your body. Do not use direct heat from heating pads, radiator, or fires. Do not rub or massage the skin or break blisters. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care