How to Tell if you have frostbite

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Frostbite Symptoms and Signs by MedicineNet.com More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by PC Assssseb | permalink
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Frostbite typically occurs in soldiers or others who work outdoors, or in outdoor winter sports enthusiasts. Frostbite symptoms include: swelling, redness, loss of sensation, and white plaques on the skin.

For further reading: http://www.medicinenet.com/frostbite_symptoms_and_signs/views.htm ^[1]

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Diagnosis & Treatment of Frostbite More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Narushitel | permalink
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WebMD discusses the diagnosis and treatment of frostbite.
Tags: frostbite, frostnip, skin, cold, snow, weather, amputate, amputation, winter, cold, warm, circulation, tingle, blister, bandage, tissue, antibiotic, tetanus, ibuprofen, surgery

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/first-aid/understanding-frostbite-treatment ^[2]

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How to Treat Frostbite More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Lori Holmbeck | permalink
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Frostbite occurs when the flesh freezes due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Frostbite is most common in fingers, toes, nose, ears, cheeks and chin; in severe cases, it can lead to amputation of affected areas.http://www.emerg...
Tags: WikiHow, Treat Frostbite, wiki, how to articles, how to instructions, DIY, tips, howto, learn, how do I

For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Frostbite ^[3]

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How To Know Whether You’re Getting Frostbite More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by snake newton | permalink
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CDC guidelines on how to identify frostbite and what to do if you get it.

For further reading: http://commonhealth.wbur.org/2013/01/signs-frostbite ^[4]

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Frostbite: Click for Pictures and Symptoms More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Haim Eliyahu | permalink
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Frostbite pictures and information about signs and symptoms including burning, numbness, tingling, and itching of the skin. Deep frostbite may not have any sensation to the affected areas. Medical treatment should be sought for frostbite.

For further reading: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/frostbite/article_em.htm ^[5]

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Frostbite Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Cindy Harrelson | permalink
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Frostbite - an easy to understand guide covering causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and prevention plus additional in depth medical information.
Tags: Frostbite, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment

For further reading: http://www.drugs.com/health-guide/frostbite.html ^[6]

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1. http://www.medicinenet.com/frostbite_symptoms_and_signs/views.htm

2. http://www.webmd.com/first-aid/understanding-frostbite-treatment

3. http://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Frostbite

4. http://commonhealth.wbur.org/2013/01/signs-frostbite

5. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/frostbite/article_em.htm

6. http://www.drugs.com/health-guide/frostbite.html