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Princeton's WordNet

  1. frostbittenadjective

    injured by freezing or partial freezing

    "frostbitten fingers"; "frostbitten grapes unsalable as fresh fruit"

Wiktionary

  1. frostbittenadjective

    Affected by frostbite.

    His frostbitten toes would not recover.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. Frostbittenadjective

    Nipped or withered by the frost.

    Etymology: frost and bitten.

    The leaves, gathered somewhat before they are too much frostbitten, make excellent matresses. John Mortimer.

Wikipedia

  1. frostbitten

    Frostbite is a skin injury that occurs when exposed to extreme low temperatures, causing the freezing of the skin or other tissues, commonly affecting the fingers, toes, nose, ears, cheeks and chin areas. Most often, frostbite occurs in the hands and feet. The initial symptoms are typically a feeling of cold and tingling or numbing. This may be followed by clumsiness with a white or bluish color to the skin. Swelling or blistering may occur following treatment. Complications may include hypothermia or compartment syndrome.People who are exposed to low temperatures for prolonged periods, such as winter sports enthusiasts, military personnel, and homeless individuals, are at greatest risk. Other risk factors include drinking alcohol, smoking, mental health problems, certain medications, and prior injuries due to cold. The underlying mechanism involves injury from ice crystals and blood clots in small blood vessels following thawing. Diagnosis is based on symptoms. Severity may be divided into superficial (1st and 2nd degree) or deep (3rd and 4th degree). A bone scan or MRI may help in determining the extent of injury.Prevention consists of wearing proper, fully-covering clothing, avoiding low temperatures and wind, maintaining hydration and nutrition, and sufficient physical activity to maintain core temperature without exhaustion. Treatment is by rewarming, by immersion in warm water (near body temperature) or by body contact, and should be done only when consistent temperature can be maintained so that refreezing is not a risk. Rapid heating or cooling should be avoided since it could potentially cause burning or heart stress. Rubbing or applying force to the affected areas should be avoided as it may cause further damage such as abrasions. The use of ibuprofen and tetanus toxoid is recommended for pain relief or to reduce swelling or inflammation. For severe injuries, iloprost or thrombolytics may be used. Surgery is sometimes necessary. Amputation should be considered a few months after exposure in order to consider whether the extent of injury is permanent damage and thus necessitates drastic treatment.Evidence of frostbite occurring in people dates back 5,000 years. Evidence was documented in a pre-Columbian mummy discovered in the Andes. The number of cases of frostbite is unknown. Rates may be as high as 40% a year among those who mountaineer. The most common age group affected is those 30 to 50 years old. Frostbite has also played an important role in a number of military conflicts. The first formal description of the condition was in 1813 by Dominique Jean Larrey, a physician in Napoleon's army, during its invasion of Russia.

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  1. frostbitten

    Frostbitten refers to the state or condition in which body tissue gets damaged due to freezing or prolonged exposure to extreme cold, often characterized by numbness, paleness, and blistering. This typically affects extremities like the fingers, toes, ears, or nose.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of frostbitten in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of frostbitten in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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