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Medical Term

chilblain

a round, itchy INFLAMMATION of the skin that usually occurs on the toes or fingers during cold weather and is caused by a localized deficiency in the CIRCULATION . Chilblains may sometimes be an indication of poor health or inadequate clothing and nutrition.

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