What Are Chilblains? What Causes Chilblains?
Chilblains or chilblain are small, itchy swellings on the skin, which are not painful at first, but can become painful. This inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin is also known as pernio and perniosis. It is a localized form of vasculitis in reaction to sudden warming from cold temperatures. The itching, swelling [...]
Also tagged Blood Vessels, Chilblain, Chilblains, Cold Temperatures, Ears, Extremities, Fingers, Inflammation, Patches, Pernio, Swellings, Toes
