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What are different ways to treat chilblains?
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Increase blood flow: Nitro paste topically and calcium channel blockers orally may help. Should seek advise from a dermatologist.
Answered 9/11/2014
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Chilblains: Unfortunately chilblains respond poorly to treatment. The following may be useful: topical corticosteroid cream applied accurately for a few days to relieve itch and swelling. Oral antibiotics or topical antibiotics to prevent infection.
Answered 9/28/2016
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