If my fingers turn black and dry after frostbite but there is no inflammation, do I need to amputate them?

Frostbite is more likely to occur in cold weather. The parts of the body that are affected are usually the limbs, because the limbs are people's tools and need to remain exposed for a long time, which allows the cold air to directly invade and cause frostbite on the limbs. The fingers are the main part of the body that gets frostbitten. Many severe cases of finger frostbite will cause inflammation and blackening. But if the fingers turn black after frostbite and there is no inflammation, do they need to be amputated?

The main thing is to look at the condition of the fingers that have been frostbitten and necrotic. In this case, necrosis and infection may easily occur if you treat it at home. It is recommended to go to the hospital's surgery department for examination and treatment as soon as possible.

If the fingers have turned black, the boundaries of the necrotic tissue will become clear over time, and surgery will eventually be required to amputate and cover the fingers.

There is local tissue necrosis, so it turns black. Amputation may be necessary because there is no way to treat the necrotic tissue. If amputation is not performed, it may lead to some problems such as sepsis, and the necrosis will become more and more severe, so there is no way to treat it.

Generally speaking, frostbite leads to poor blood circulation. Coupled with the fact that the blood circulation of the elderly is not very good to begin with, there is a high possibility that the fingers will turn black and become painful. It is recommended to go to a regular hospital to check whether the fingers are necrotic. If not, you should pay attention to your daily health care, such as soaking in hot water, massaging, and keeping warm.

Chilblains manifest as single or multiple swollen bright red or dark red macules, papules or nodules. In severe cases, blisters and ulcers may be seen. Treatment Appropriate clothing, avoiding cold and wet environments, keeping feet dry and avoiding smoking are important preventive measures. Use topical antipruritic drugs such as corticosteroids when necessary.

Long-term outdoor low-temperature working environment is the main cause of the disease. Severe frostbite leads to tissue necrosis, which is quite serious. Treatment is mainly through the disease environment, to avoid working at such a low temperature again. If there is organized inflammatory necrosis and infection, surgical treatment should be performed early to remove necrotic material. You can see whether you need an IV drip based on your own situation. The purpose of the IV drip is actually to prevent it and improve the body's resistance and fluid balance.