What is Frostbite?
Frostbite is frozen water in body tissues. Like burns , frostbite injuries can be ranked in severity, with first-degree frostbite being the mildest. Fourth-degree frostbite is the most severe and may result in loss of the affected body part.
The most common parts of the body to become frostbitten include:
- Fingers
- Toes
- Ears
- Nose
- Hands
- Feet
- Lips
- Shins
- Cheeks
- Corneas