Apply Chinese medicine
Take 10 grams of white agaric and 100 grams of petroleum jelly. First grind the white agaric into fine powder, then mix it into the petroleum jelly to form a soft ointment. Apply externally to the affected area three times daily for ten consecutive days to achieve cure. (Wang Xianying)
Mutton fat
In winter, low temperatures often cause frostbite, leading to painful swelling and itching in hands and feet. Here is a method to relieve your discomfort: melt mutton fat over fire and apply directly to the frostbitten area. A slight pain indicates effectiveness. Continue applying for one week to fully recover. In June next year, rub ginger on the previously affected area to prevent recurrence.
Glycerin
When I was in my hometown, my hands and feet would often get frostbitten during winter. Later, I tried a simple method that worked quite well. Soak the frostbitten area in warm water for 3 to 5 minutes before bedtime, then apply a layer of glycerin and gently rub for 2–3 minutes before sleeping. Do not wash off with water. After continuous use for 3–4 times, improvement is noticeable.
Red chili
Soak dried red chilies in boiling water, let cool slightly, then immerse the frostbitten hand or foot until the water cools. Remove the chilies from the water and place them directly on the frostbitten area, wrap with cloth (best done before sleep). Remove the next morning. Two applications are usually sufficient for recovery. For severe cases, continue for several more days.
Wrapping the chili around the frostbitten area will feel uncomfortable at first, but if you persist until morning, results will appear.
Radish leaves
When I was young, my feet would develop frostbite every winter—itchy and painful, very distressing. Later, my family gathered some radish leaves, boiled them, and used both the broth and leaves to soak the feet until the water cooled down. This immediately relieved the itch. Repeating this several times eliminated the frostbite completely—it works remarkably well.
Radish leaves can be pre-ordered from farmers to ensure freshness; about 1 kilogram is needed per session. Choose older leaves, boil them until they start to bubble, then proceed. The method is simple and practical.
External application method
Those with a history of frostbite often experience recurrence in the same spot annually, so prevention is crucial. Starting in autumn, rub the affected area vigorously with warm palms twice daily—morning and evening—continuing until spring of the following year. If two consecutive winters pass without recurrence, it indicates near-complete recovery.
For existing frostbite without ulceration, use equal parts of winter melon rind and eggplant root, boil in water and wash the affected area; alternatively, mix 30 grams of chili powder with 250 ml water, boil, and wipe the area. If ulcers have formed, apply honey onto sterilized gauze and place directly on the wound. These methods are simple and worth trying.
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