A member asked:

I work in a freezer at work , i'm there long hours and i'm noticing a lot of tiny red irritated bumps on my face could this be because of the cold ?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Maybe chilblains?: Hard to know without examining the spots and getting more information. A thought that comes to mind is chilblains. Small red bumps that can initially be itchy or slightly painful. Usually resolve in 7-10days. Caused by abnormal reaction to cold (small blood vessels over-constrict and the edema/injury upon rewarming). Pernio is similar, but more persistent after longer exposures.

Answered 5/17/2016

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