Chilblains

Chilblains are a common problem in certain parts of the world and almost unheard of in other parts of the world. Chilblains occur when there is a too rapid change from cold to warm temperature and the microcirculation does not respond as quickly as it should. This sets up an inflammatory reaction in the toe. Despite chilblains being very common in some climates, not a lot of research has been published on chilblains. The most recent published research was this: Perniosis: clinical and

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