Chilblains, painful itchy swellings, occur when cold air causes blood vessels to constrict and then rapidly dilate upon ...

Cold weather can sometimes trigger painful swelling of the fingers and toes, known as chilblains or perniosis. Learn what causes it, who is affected, and simple ways to prevent it.

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If your rings suddenly feel too snug or you’re experiencing stiff joints, you may wonder, “Why are my fingers swollen?” While swollen fingers can occur from something as simple as a temperature change ...