Signs and Symptoms
In addition to changes in skin color, there are other symptoms that parents should watch for. You may notice that the child becomes clumsier and cannot move the affected area as well. This is due to nerve damage and a lack of blood flow in the area. They may complain of extreme pain in the area or have no feeling at all.
Skin also may become firm or hard and have a wax-like appearance. This is a sign that the tissues have been extremely damaged. As they are warmed, the child will have intense pain. The area may become reddened and appear as though it was burned. In extreme cases, there may be blistering after the affected region returns to normal body temperature. This is due to damage to the cells in the area.
