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Frostbite
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Frostbite -
Frostbite must be
handled carefully to prevent permanent tissue damage. Children are at
greater risk because they lose body heat faster than adults...
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eMedicine - Frostbite : Article by C Crawford Mechem, MD
- Frostbite
- Frostbite is a cold-related injury characterized by freezing of tissue.
Most cases are encountered in soldiers, in those who work outdoors in the
cold, and among winter outdoor enthusiasts. Mountain frostbite is a
variation observed...
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MEDLINEplus: Frostbite -
basic information
about the condition that occurs when ice crystals form in the skin or
deeper tissue due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures.
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Frostbite Instruction Sheet -
Exposure
to extreme cold can cause frostbite, which is a serious condition that
requires emergency care. Find out what to do in this printer-friendly
sheet.
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Frostbite Fact Sheet -
includes advice
on dressing for cold weather.
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