False about trench foot is:
TRENCH FOOT IS DUE TO EXPOSURE TO EXTREME COLD AND DAMPNESS, NOT DUE TO MOIST HEAT. MOIST HEAT CAUSES SCALDS TRENCH FOOT / IMMERSION FOOT Immersion foot/ trench foot and trench hand are types of immersion syndrome injuries. It occurs due to prolonged exposure to severe cold and dampness Seen in soldiers during warfare times Can develop necrosis and gangrene
Due to moist heat
Due to prolonged immersion
Can develop necrosis and gangrene
Gradual rewarming is done
Thermal injuries