Back to Basics: Trench Foot
Trench foot
· Temperatures above freezing + wet conditions = immersion injury
· Commonly from continuously wearing wet socks and shoes
History
· Repeated exposure to wet and cold
o Homeless, military, outdoor workers
· Occurs over several days to weeks
· Tingling or numbness most common symptom
Exam
· Damp, pale or mottled in color
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