Definition
Frostbite is frozen water in body tissues. Like burns , frostbite injuries can be ranked in severity. First-degree frostbite is the mildest. Fourth-degree frostbite is the most severe. It may result in loss of the affected body part.
The most common parts of the body to become frostbitten include:
- Fingers
- Toes
- Ears
- Nose
- Hands
- Feet
- Lips
- Shins
- Cheeks
- Corneas
Frostbitten Skin
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