{"id":87285,"date":"2026-02-18T08:35:37","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T07:35:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asssa.es\/en\/?p=87285"},"modified":"2026-02-18T08:35:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T07:35:37","slug":"how-to-cure-chilblains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asssa.es\/en\/how-to-cure-chilblains\/","title":{"rendered":"How to cure chilblains?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Chilblains, also known as <em>erythema pernio<\/em>, are skin disorders or lesions that usually appear in cold weather or when there is a sudden change in temperature. The symptoms are very uncomfortable and can affect quality of life.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>They appear as red or bluish spots on your hands, feet, ears, or nose, along with itching and a burning sensation. It can cause blisters or ulcers on your skin and usually disappears within 2-3 weeks. It affects people of all ages, especially young or middle-aged women.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the causes?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After prolonged exposure to cold, blood vessels constrict in order to protect your skin. But there are other factors that can contribute to the appearance of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sudden changes in temperature (extreme cold after very intense heat).<\/li>\n<li>Excessively low weight.<\/li>\n<li>Hormonal changes.<\/li>\n<li>Low blood pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Autoimmune diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Bad habits such as smoking or drinking alcohol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to relieve symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Warm the affected area without applying direct heat: do not use hot water, hair dryers, or heaters. Avoid sun exposure.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid staying in cold areas for long periods of time and stay indoors when temperatures drop.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your skin dry and clean. If you have any sores or blisters, clean and cover them.<\/li>\n<li>Apply lotions to relieve itching. These can be purchased in pharmacies.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid scratching the affected skin to prevent infection.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid smoking, as it can slow down healing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>To prevent recurrence, the best strategy is prevention: adopting healthy habits, exercising regularly, maintaining a balanced diet, and protecting your hands and feet from the cold can make a big difference.<\/p>\n<p>If chilblains persist for more than 4 weeks, symptoms worsen, blisters appear, or an infection develops, see a healthcare professional for treatment as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h6><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asssa.es\/en\/insurance\/health-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ASSSA Health Insurance<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/h6>\n<h6><em>The information published in this media neither substitutes nor complements in any way the direct supervision of a doctor, his diagnosis or the treatment that he may prescribe. It should also not be used for self-diagnosis.<\/em><\/h6>\n<h6><em>The exclusive responsibility for the use of this service lies with the reader.<\/em><\/h6>\n<h6><em>ASSSA advises you to always consult your doctor about any issue concerning your health.<\/em><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chilblains, also known as erythema pernio, are skin disorders or lesions that usually appear in cold weather or when there is a sudden change in temperature. 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