Frostnip Symptoms

5 Things You Need to Know About Cold Weather Related Injuries

Outside temperature and internal heat flow throughout the body controls skin temperature. Prolonged exposure to cold weather, wind chills and outdoor moisture leads to heat loss. Other factors are constricted clothing and lack of insulation, which...

First Signs of Frostbite

Frostbite occurs when skin becomes frozen after exposure to cold temperatures or harsh winter climates. Although any area of the body is susceptible to frostbite, fingers, toes, ears and the nose are most at risk. Frostnip is the first stage of...

Frostbite and Frostnip Health Video (Video)

Frostbite is damage to the skin and other tissues due to extreme cold. As the area thaws, the flesh becomes red and painful. Learn about the different causes of, symptoms of, and treatments for frostbite and frostnip in this video.