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Frostbite is caused by the tissues that were subjected to extremely cold tempuratures to die off, because they are frozen or the nerves were damaged.

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How quickly can frostbite occur at varying temperatures?

Frostbite can occur in as little as 30 minutes at temperatures below 0F (-18C), but it can happen faster in even colder temperatures. It's important to protect exposed skin in extreme cold to prevent frostbite.


What happens if you eat ice-cream that has frostbite on it?

Nothing will happen.


Where do frostbites occur?

Frostbite usually effects the body's extremities such as the toes and fingers.


Does frostbite occur when too little oxygen reaches cells?

That is not how frostbite occurs. Frostbite occurs when the water that is in the cell freezes due to the cold temperatures outside of the body. The water in the cells freezes, and stops oxygen from reaching that cell.


Which of these events occur when you walk out into the cold?

The most important way of preventing frostbite is to get out of the cold.


What makes the plateau a special place?

You can get sunburn and frostbite at the same time.


What makes the Colorado plateau special?

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What makes the Colorado plateau a special?

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How long after frostbite for gangrene to set in?

Gangrene can develop after frostbite if the affected tissue loses its blood supply and becomes necrotic. This process can occur within a few days to weeks after the initial frostbite injury, depending on the severity of the frostbite and individual factors such as overall health and circulation. Prompt medical treatment is crucial to minimize the risk of gangrene following frostbite.


What happens to cells during frostbite?

The cells will freeze, and likely die, especially when accompanied by rubbing when frozen.


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