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    GlossaryChilblains (Perniosis)

    itchy, red swellings on skin from cold exposure

    Chilblains, also known as pernio or perniosis, are small, itchy, red or purple swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. They typically affect the fingers, toes, ears, and nose, and result from inflammation of small blood vessels in response to repeated exposure to cold but non-freezing air. This condition can cause pain, blistering, and in severe cases, ulceration.

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      Nifedipine: A New Treatment for Perniosis

      research Nifedipine: A New Treatment for Perniosis

      3 citations, June 1987 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      Nifedipine may help treat perniosis, improving symptoms and clearing lesions for some patients.
      Lupus Erythematosus and the Skin

      research Lupus Erythematosus and the Skin

      2 citations, January 2004 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Lupus affects the skin in various ways, and proper skin examination is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
      Animals in Dermatology

      research Animals in Dermatology

      March 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology”
      Using animal names for skin conditions helps with learning and memory.
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