I took a walk and noticed on the thermometer that the air outside was just below freezing. I was out for about ten minutes. Once I came back into my house, I noticed blood rushing into my cheeks, making them hot and itchy. Then, I noticed a red rash on my cheeks and a lot of small white welts or protrusions. After about 30 minutes, they where almost all gone.
This has only happened to me recently, despite having lived all my life in Colorado. At first I thought it might have been an allergic reaction to the fibers of my coat, so I washed it, but I still have this reaction.
Perhaps it has something to do with the quick transition between the cold and hot environments?
Also, I noticed that this happens only on my cheeks. Not my neck, forehead, hands, or ears, which are also exposed to the cold.
Any ideas as to what may be causing this reaction??
Thanks