General
Minor Frostbite
Frostbite is injury to the skin and tissue from freezing. Minor frostbite, including frostnip, causes cold, numb, pale or discolored skin and prickling pain, and can heal without lasting damage if treated promptly.
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What is minor frostbite?
Frostbite is injury to the skin and tissue from freezing. Minor frostbite, including frostnip, causes cold, numb, pale or discolored skin and prickling pain, and can heal without lasting damage if treated promptly.
Common symptoms
- Cold, numb skin
- Prickling or aching pain
- Pale, red or discolored skin
- Skin that looks hard or waxy
- Blisters
How we treat it at AfterOurs
Get out of the cold and gently warm the area in lukewarm water, not hot. Cover with clean dry bandages and elevate. Do not rub the area. A provider can assess the depth of injury and may recommend pain relief such as ibuprofen and antibiotics if infection is a concern.
When to come in
Come in the same day for numbness, blistering or skin changes after cold exposure. Severe frostbite needs the ER.
What to expect at your visit
- Step 1
Check in
Walk in, or book online to hold your place and skip the wait.
- Step 2
See a provider
A clinician examines you and runs any on-site tests you need.
- Step 3
Leave with a plan
Treatment, prescriptions sent to your pharmacy, and a visit summary.
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