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A member asked:
I have frostbite from an ice pack. how can i treat it? my hip is very red, numb and swollen.
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Gentle warming: Remove the ice pack, and allow the tissues to recover their warmth on their own. Hot water or heating pads only further damage the already injured tissues. If there are no blisters this will heal uneventfully without care other than avoiding friction injury. If you have blisters, keep the area clean and apply Bacitracin (not triple) ointment and a non-stick dressing. Call md if infection appears.
Answered 12/31/2016
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Observation: This may be reversible, so no treatment will be necessary. If blisters form, or if the reddness persists, you should be evaluated by your doctor.
Answered 10/23/2019
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Rapid Rewarming: Rapid rewarming in water is the best initial treatment to frostbite. If you are medically allowed to take nsaids (advil, etc...), there is some evidence to show that they might help decrease the extent of damage. You should see a physician urgently if the condition does not improve after rapid rewarming.
Answered 5/26/2018
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