Did I get frostnip from getting my hand stuck in a freezer?!
Question: Did I get frostnip from getting my hand stuck in a freezer.?
Yesterday, as I was refilling the ice tray, my hands were wet and when I placed the tray inside, my pinky and the next finger got stuck in the freezer wall. Its a Microfridge which features those dry freezers. My friend ran to get some water. I threw the water onto my hand and was able to free myself but when I removed my hand, the parts that had gotten stuck were hard as rock and extremely pale. I ran to the bathroom and put room temperature water on it to thaw it. It wasn't so painful yesterday but last night I woke up in horrible pain that ran up my forearm. For some reason, sleeping with my hand underneath my pillow helped ease the pain. What should I do now.? As I write this, it doesn't hurt as long as I don't touch it or bend my fingers. Thinking of going to the doctor...Health Question & Answer
Answers:
It is highly unlikely that you got frostbite from having your hand stuck in a freezer for a short time. That being said, to be safe and it would make you feel better, you should see a doctor.
I wouldn't worry about it unless that specific part of your hand starts changing into a darker color. You said this was yesterday though, so if it's not completely black... you don't have frostbite.
My guess would be that it irritated your skin, and you might have sprained your arm while you were stuck. You would definitely know it by now if you had frostbite.
Hope you feel better soon.Health Question & Answer
I wouldn't worry about it unless that specific part of your hand starts changing into a darker color. You said this was yesterday though, so if it's not completely black... you don't have frostbite.
My guess would be that it irritated your skin, and you might have sprained your arm while you were stuck. You would definitely know it by now if you had frostbite.
Hope you feel better soon.Health Question & Answer
Yes, go to the doctor. Unqualified strangers like me on YA who haven't even examined you shouldn't be relied on for medical advice.Health Question & Answer