Common symptoms of chilblains include:
- Red, purple, or bluish swollen patches on the skin
- Intense itching, burning, or throbbing pain
- Swelling and tenderness that worsens in warmth
- Blisters or cracks in severe cases
- Skin feeling hot or tight after cold exposure
At Doncaster Foot Clinic, we provide expert chilblains treatment, starting with accurate diagnosis via a detailed examination of your symptoms, medical history, and cold-exposure patterns, while ruling out similar conditions like Raynaud’s, dermatitis, or infection. For effective relief, we prescribe soothing topical creams and ointments to reduce inflammation and itching, use protective dressings for blisters, and offer state-of-the-art laser therapy to ease discomfort, improve circulation, and promote healing. If poor circulation is a factor, we carry out a Doppler vascular assessment. To stop them returning, we give practical prevention advice that works.
If chilblains are leaving your toes sore and swollen this winter, book an assessment with our local podiatry team today – we’ll sort them for good!
