Cold weather can sometimes trigger painful swelling of the fingers and toes, known as chilblains or perniosis. Learn what causes it, who is affected, and simple ways to prevent it.

Many factors can lead to swollen toes, such as an injury, arthritis, an ingrown toenail, gout, or an infection. There are 26 bones in the human foot, and 14 of these are in the toes. Toes play a ...