How to prevent and treat frostbite in infants

The cold has set in and infants have limited ability to protect themselves from the cold. In the angel nursery expert consultations, parents repeatedly ask questions about how to prevent and treat frostbite, but severe frostbite cannot be cured at home. In general, frostbite has precursors, and with a little attention and care, it will not progress to a serious degree and will heal quickly. Frostbite in infants varies. In the northeast and northwest of China, there are infants who become red, swollen and swollen in the fingers and toes when they encounter strong, cold winds starting in late autumn. If not dealt with in time, in winter will develop into serious frostbite. Therefore, as soon as the slightest sign of frostbite is seen, massage should be performed to promote local blood circulation. When massaging, rub the palm of your hand from the fingers toward the heart. To facilitate rubbing, use hand cream. When you take your baby outside in weather below 10°C, put on gloves and socks. Gloves and socks should not be wet or dirty. Socks are usually washed frequently, but mittens are more likely to be neglected. Also be careful that gloves and socks are not too tight at the mouth. Getting into the bath is very beneficial for both the prevention and treatment of frostbite. If an infant is found to have frostbite, he should be given a bath every day. After each bath, wipe the hands and feet clean with a towel so that no moisture is left behind. Although there are many medicines for frostbite, there are none that are really effective for frostbite. It is generally recommended to use skin oil ointment or BB cream suitable for babies. But you can’t smear it on even if you’re done, you have to massage it according to the above mentioned massage essentials, so that it is slowly absorbed by the skin. There are also oral frostbite remedies, but I have not heard of any that are particularly effective. When the baby is awake and active, the temperature of the room should be kept above 10°C. Usually, you should often take the infant outside to breathe and exercise the infant’s skin, which will prevent frostbite from occurring.