frostbite

Levels

Three steps:

Frostnip

Numb, red, swelling, uncomfortable when warming

Superficial Frostbite

Warmth after frostnip. Mottled skin. May blister after 12-36 hours, pain when warming. Get to urgent care.

capillary refill takes ~10 seconds

Deep Frostbite

Skin looks blue/gray, no pain or sensation. It's down to the bone, skin has died.

Treatment

Warm, not hot water. For anything past frostnip, get professional help.

don't rub the skin of a frostbite victim

Don't use a fireplace or other radiant heat