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• #1 Stasis Dermatitis | Venous Eczema | Vein Clinic Perth

  https://www.veinclinicperth.com.au/symptom/venous-eczema/

  Stasis dermatitis, also known as venous eczema, varicose eczema or gravitational dermatitis, is an inflammatory condition of the skin seen in association with venous insufficiency also called venous reflux. […] Venous eczema is more common in people with varicose veins, but not all patients with venous reflux and venous eczema will have visible varicose veins, as the varicose veins may be hidden. Without the correct varicose vein treatments, venous eczema may lead to chronic skin ulceration. […] Symptoms of Stasis Dermatitis include itchy skin, red swollen skin, dry flaky skin, and scaly crusty skin. […] Venous Eczema can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst.

• #2 Is Varicose Eczema Serious? | The VeinCare Centre

  https://www.theveincarecentre.co.uk/blog/is-varicose-eczema-serious/

  Varicose eczema is an inflamed area of skin on the leg caused by a fault in the function of the veins under the skin called superficial venous reflux or by a problem in the deep veins following a deep vein thrombosis. Yes, it is a serious condition because it is a warning sign that you are at risk of a leg ulcer. Varicose eczema becomes urgent if symptoms are very troublesome. […] Varicose eczema is caused by a malfunction of the veins of the legs. Blood doesn’t flow normally and the skin does not receive the nutrients and oxygen that it needs to remain healthy. The skin is damaged and responds by becoming inflamed. Inflammation is the body’s normal response to injury. The skin becomes red, itchy and thickened. […] The characteristic feature of varicose eczema is its position on the leg. Nearly all cases of varicose eczema appear around the ankle, just above the ankle bones. So, any patch of dry, scaly, red itchy skin around the ankle should be regarded as varicose eczema until proven otherwise.

• #3 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as gravitational eczema or stasis eczema, is a common skin condition that affects the lower legs of adults. If left untreated, the skin can break down to form ulcers. […] Varicose eczema is quite common, affecting approximately 70 per cent of people over the age of 70. Varicose eczema can occur in younger people, too, if they have a genetic predisposition to varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema manifests as itchy, dry, flaky areas of skin. The skin may also change colour and become weepy and crusty. When the eczema settles, the skin may crack if it becomes over-dry, or break down if scratched or picked. […] Skin affected by varicose eczema is thin and unhealthy and can easily break down as soon as this happens, the area should be treated to help the skin heal quickly. If left untreated, the small hole can deepen and widen, and the resulting wound is called a varicose ulcer (also known as a venous ulcer or stasis ulcer).

• #4 What is Varicose Eczema? – Vein SolutionsPhoneEmailExpandSearchExpandExpandToggle MenuFacebookInstagramGoogle ReviewsExpandExpandToggle Menu CloseSearch

  https://www.veinsolutions.co.uk/what-is-varicose-eczema/

  The majority of individuals with varicose eczema are older. The estimate is one in every five individuals above the age of seventy will develop this condition. […] This condition is caused by increased pressure in the deeper muscles in the legs or the veins located beneath the skin. The increase in pressure results from leaky valves situated in the veins. […] Both blood cells and fluid start to leak from the veins beneath the skin. This causes a reaction to occur beneath the skin resulting in inflammation. This is what leads to varicose eczema. […] The focus of the treatment is providing the individual with relief from their symptoms. According to the (AAD) American Academy of Dermatology, raising the legs is important. The recommendation is to elevate the legs every two hours for fifteen minutes.

• #5

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #6 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  There are a number of treatments available to help keep your skin supple and prevent ulcers. All the tips on reducing the risk of developing varicose eczema should still be followed since these will also help to improve the eczema. […] This type of eczema can be an ongoing problem. The condition can become worse and then settle down, but if you have a good skin care routine, and are taking steps to support the blood circulation in the legs; together, these actions will help prevent flare-ups.

• #7 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  The initial symptoms are usually mild and include itchiness and irritation. Without treatment, the skin may become painful, swollen, and discolored. In more severe cases, the skin may become scaly and develop sores that weep and crust. […] There is no cure for venous stasis dermatitis, but lifestyle measures may help improve the symptoms and prevent further complications.

• #8 How Does Varicose Eczema Develop? Symptoms & Treatment

  https://www.usaveinclinics.com/blog/varicose-eczema-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/

  Early treatment and regular vein screenings can prevent these varicose eczema symptoms from worsening. […] Common Varicose Eczema Symptoms include sudden-flare-ups, rapid and intense swelling that is noticeable in the lower legs and ankles, red rash on the lower legs, leg heaviness or aching, and dry, irritated, or itchy skin. […] Severe Varicose Eczema Symptoms include change of color or skin discoloration, patches of skin that feel tight and painful, persistent swelling and inflammation, and skin lesions that ooze or crust over.

• #9 Venous Stasis Dermatitis – Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/venous-stasis-dermatitis

  Swelling around your ankles is often the first sign you’ll notice. It might get better when you sleep and then come back during the day when you’re active again. Your legs might feel heavy when you stand or walk. […] Other symptoms can include: The skin around or above your ankles looks reddish on lighter skin tones or brown, purple, gray, or ashen on darker skin tones. Varicose veins, which look twisted, bulging, and dark purple or blue. Itching. Pain. Sores that ooze, crust, or look scaly. Thickened skin around your ankles or shins. Hair loss on your ankles or shins. […] Venous stasis dermatitis is a condition in which your veins, usually in your lower legs, have trouble pushing blood back to your heart. This causes fluid buildup and blood leakage into the skin, leading to symptoms like swollen ankles, varicose veins, itching, and pain. It’s more common in older adults, especially women and those with circulation issues.

• #10 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema that causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] An ulcer on the leg may be a sign of stasis dermatitis. […] The early symptoms of stasis dermatitis primarily affect the lower legs and include: irritation and itching, changes in skin color, which may appear brown, purple, or gray in brown or black skin and red in lighter skin, other speckles of discoloration, as pressure causes the capillaries to break, scaling and dryness on the skin, swelling in the ankles, feelings of heaviness or aching after standing for a long time, increased likelihood of having contact dermatitis. […] As stasis dermatitis progresses, these earlier symptoms can worsen. In addition, new symptoms can appear, including: poorly defined plaques of inflamed skin on both lower legs, swelling that spreads into the calves, shiny, swollen skin, itchy, dry, and cracked skin, open sores, called venous ulcers, on the tops of the feet and the lower legs, bleeding or oozing from ulcers.

• #11 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #12 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  The initial symptoms are usually mild and include itchiness and irritation. Without treatment, the skin may become painful, swollen, and discolored. In more severe cases, the skin may become scaly and develop sores that weep and crust. […] There is no cure for venous stasis dermatitis, but lifestyle measures may help improve the symptoms and prevent further complications.

• #13 Venous Stasis Dermatitis – Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/venous-stasis-dermatitis

  Swelling around your ankles is often the first sign you’ll notice. It might get better when you sleep and then come back during the day when you’re active again. Your legs might feel heavy when you stand or walk. […] Other symptoms can include: The skin around or above your ankles looks reddish on lighter skin tones or brown, purple, gray, or ashen on darker skin tones. Varicose veins, which look twisted, bulging, and dark purple or blue. Itching. Pain. Sores that ooze, crust, or look scaly. Thickened skin around your ankles or shins. Hair loss on your ankles or shins. […] Venous stasis dermatitis is a condition in which your veins, usually in your lower legs, have trouble pushing blood back to your heart. This causes fluid buildup and blood leakage into the skin, leading to symptoms like swollen ankles, varicose veins, itching, and pain. It’s more common in older adults, especially women and those with circulation issues.

• #14 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #15 Varicose Eczema | Vein Disease Symptoms — Physicians Vein Clinics

  https://physiciansveinclinics.com/symptom/eczema

  Eczema (or venous stasis dermatitis) happens when there are venous insufficiencies in the legs, usually occurring on the lower half of the legs. […] Symptoms of Varicose Eczema: Swelling. The first sign you notice might be swollen ankle, especially at the end of the day. […] Leg heaviness or leg aching, especially after a prolonged period of sitting or standing. […] Varicose veins covered with dry, itchy, or irritated skin. […] Red, discolored skin. […] Leg Ulcers. […] Other symptoms behind this type of eczema include varicose veins, achy legs, swollen legs, dry, itchy skin and more serious problems such as cellulitis. […] Eczema can worsen over time without proper treatment. It can lead to: Intense itching sensations. […] Worsening skin discoloration. […] Bacteria infection: Cellulitis, a serious infection that affects body tissues, can develop and spread through the leg.

• #16 Varicose Eczema | Vein Disease Symptoms — Physicians Vein Clinics

  https://physiciansveinclinics.com/symptom/eczema

  Eczema (or venous stasis dermatitis) happens when there are venous insufficiencies in the legs, usually occurring on the lower half of the legs. […] Symptoms of Varicose Eczema: Swelling. The first sign you notice might be swollen ankle, especially at the end of the day. […] Leg heaviness or leg aching, especially after a prolonged period of sitting or standing. […] Varicose veins covered with dry, itchy, or irritated skin. […] Red, discolored skin. […] Leg Ulcers. […] Other symptoms behind this type of eczema include varicose veins, achy legs, swollen legs, dry, itchy skin and more serious problems such as cellulitis. […] Eczema can worsen over time without proper treatment. It can lead to: Intense itching sensations. […] Worsening skin discoloration. […] Bacteria infection: Cellulitis, a serious infection that affects body tissues, can develop and spread through the leg.

• #17

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #18 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #19 Varicose Eczema: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/heart-health/varicose-veins-leaflet/varicose-eczema-gravitational-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a tightened skin condition that affects the lower legs, mainly occurring in the elderly. It initially causes your skin on the lower legs to become pale red, and then darker red, often becoming stained brown. With varicose eczema the skin on your lower legs also gets slightly thicker and bumpy. It may be very painful but there may be no pain. Itchiness is also variable from mild to severe. Because your skin is red with varicose eczema, it is often mistaken for an infection. […] Symptoms of varicose eczema may include: The skin looks red and can be slightly shiny (which is why some people mistake varicose eczema for an infection). The skin should feel cool to the touch, not warm. The skin gets flaky and scaly. The skin may also look 'rusty’ or brown in colour. The skin, particularly the skin around your ankle, may feel hard or tight. You can get little raised bumpy 'blisters’ in the skin. Sometimes these are hard; other times they might leak a drop of clear fluid if you press them. Pain and itchiness are variable, ranging from absent to severe. It can feel like your legs are warm, although they are not warm to the touch. Generally it all starts in the skin around the inside of your calf, above your ankle. Some skin may 'break down’ into an ulcer.

• #20 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #21 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #22

  https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema. It is a long-term skin condition that affects the legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. Treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Like all types of eczema, skin affected by varicose eczema becomes: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] On lighter skin it looks red or brown. On darker skin it tends to look dark brown, purple or grey and can be more difficult to see. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: discolouration of the skin, heavy tired legs, small, white scars (atrophie blanche).

• #23 What does varicose eczema look like? | The VeinCare Centre

  https://www.theveincarecentre.co.uk/blog/what-does-varicose-eczema-look-like/

  Varicose eczema is an inflamed area of skin on the leg caused by a fault in the function of the veins under the skin called superficial venous reflux or by a problem in the deep veins following a deep vein thrombosis. […] The skin becomes itchy and swollen, dry and flaky or scaly. On lighter skin it looks red or brown and on darker skin it tends to look dark brown or grey. In addition to leg, the eczema may spread to other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated promptly and correctly, it can progress to a leg ulcer. Leg ulcers are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged and breaks down. […] These measures will relieve symptoms and reduce the risk of the eczema deteriorating to a leg ulcer.

• #24 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #25 Varicose Eczema: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/heart-health/varicose-veins-leaflet/varicose-eczema-gravitational-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a tightened skin condition that affects the lower legs, mainly occurring in the elderly. It initially causes your skin on the lower legs to become pale red, and then darker red, often becoming stained brown. With varicose eczema the skin on your lower legs also gets slightly thicker and bumpy. It may be very painful but there may be no pain. Itchiness is also variable from mild to severe. Because your skin is red with varicose eczema, it is often mistaken for an infection. […] Symptoms of varicose eczema may include: The skin looks red and can be slightly shiny (which is why some people mistake varicose eczema for an infection). The skin should feel cool to the touch, not warm. The skin gets flaky and scaly. The skin may also look 'rusty’ or brown in colour. The skin, particularly the skin around your ankle, may feel hard or tight. You can get little raised bumpy 'blisters’ in the skin. Sometimes these are hard; other times they might leak a drop of clear fluid if you press them. Pain and itchiness are variable, ranging from absent to severe. It can feel like your legs are warm, although they are not warm to the touch. Generally it all starts in the skin around the inside of your calf, above your ankle. Some skin may 'break down’ into an ulcer.

• #26 Varicose Eczema: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/heart-health/varicose-veins-leaflet/varicose-eczema-gravitational-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a tightened skin condition that affects the lower legs, mainly occurring in the elderly. It initially causes your skin on the lower legs to become pale red, and then darker red, often becoming stained brown. With varicose eczema the skin on your lower legs also gets slightly thicker and bumpy. It may be very painful but there may be no pain. Itchiness is also variable from mild to severe. Because your skin is red with varicose eczema, it is often mistaken for an infection. […] Symptoms of varicose eczema may include: The skin looks red and can be slightly shiny (which is why some people mistake varicose eczema for an infection). The skin should feel cool to the touch, not warm. The skin gets flaky and scaly. The skin may also look 'rusty’ or brown in colour. The skin, particularly the skin around your ankle, may feel hard or tight. You can get little raised bumpy 'blisters’ in the skin. Sometimes these are hard; other times they might leak a drop of clear fluid if you press them. Pain and itchiness are variable, ranging from absent to severe. It can feel like your legs are warm, although they are not warm to the touch. Generally it all starts in the skin around the inside of your calf, above your ankle. Some skin may 'break down’ into an ulcer.

• #27 Varicose and Leg Eczema: Effective Treatments & Prevention Tips

  https://www.dexeryl.com/en/your-skin/atopic-dermatitis/eczema-body/eczema-leg-and-varicose

  Varicose eczema typically presents as eczema patches on the legs, most often affecting the inner side of the ankles. The symptoms can extend from the foot up to the knee, but characteristically, they do not affect the thigh area. The patches are associated with itching, skin dryness, redness, scales, colour changes (hyperpigmentation), thickness of the skin (lichenification), inflammation, and sores. Itching can lead to scratching, resulting in superinfections. […] Acute varicose eczema is characterised by acute swelling, pain, significant patches and redness, blisters, weeping, and vesicles. Chronic varicose eczema typically presents with hyperpigmentation, redness, and poorly defined eczema patches. Patients with chronic varicose eczema may experience acute flare-ups characterised by worsening eczema symptoms. […] The symptoms of varicose eczema are directly contributing to the condition.

• #28

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #29 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #30 Varicose and Leg Eczema: Effective Treatments & Prevention Tips

  https://www.dexeryl.com/en/your-skin/atopic-dermatitis/eczema-body/eczema-leg-and-varicose

  Varicose eczema typically presents as eczema patches on the legs, most often affecting the inner side of the ankles. The symptoms can extend from the foot up to the knee, but characteristically, they do not affect the thigh area. The patches are associated with itching, skin dryness, redness, scales, colour changes (hyperpigmentation), thickness of the skin (lichenification), inflammation, and sores. Itching can lead to scratching, resulting in superinfections. […] Acute varicose eczema is characterised by acute swelling, pain, significant patches and redness, blisters, weeping, and vesicles. Chronic varicose eczema typically presents with hyperpigmentation, redness, and poorly defined eczema patches. Patients with chronic varicose eczema may experience acute flare-ups characterised by worsening eczema symptoms. […] The symptoms of varicose eczema are directly contributing to the condition.

• #31 Varicose and Leg Eczema: Effective Treatments & Prevention Tips

  https://www.dexeryl.com/en/your-skin/atopic-dermatitis/eczema-body/eczema-leg-and-varicose

  Varicose eczema typically presents as eczema patches on the legs, most often affecting the inner side of the ankles. The symptoms can extend from the foot up to the knee, but characteristically, they do not affect the thigh area. The patches are associated with itching, skin dryness, redness, scales, colour changes (hyperpigmentation), thickness of the skin (lichenification), inflammation, and sores. Itching can lead to scratching, resulting in superinfections. […] Acute varicose eczema is characterised by acute swelling, pain, significant patches and redness, blisters, weeping, and vesicles. Chronic varicose eczema typically presents with hyperpigmentation, redness, and poorly defined eczema patches. Patients with chronic varicose eczema may experience acute flare-ups characterised by worsening eczema symptoms. […] The symptoms of varicose eczema are directly contributing to the condition.

• #32 Varicose and Leg Eczema: Effective Treatments & Prevention Tips

  https://www.dexeryl.com/en/your-skin/atopic-dermatitis/eczema-body/eczema-leg-and-varicose

  Varicose eczema typically presents as eczema patches on the legs, most often affecting the inner side of the ankles. The symptoms can extend from the foot up to the knee, but characteristically, they do not affect the thigh area. The patches are associated with itching, skin dryness, redness, scales, colour changes (hyperpigmentation), thickness of the skin (lichenification), inflammation, and sores. Itching can lead to scratching, resulting in superinfections. […] Acute varicose eczema is characterised by acute swelling, pain, significant patches and redness, blisters, weeping, and vesicles. Chronic varicose eczema typically presents with hyperpigmentation, redness, and poorly defined eczema patches. Patients with chronic varicose eczema may experience acute flare-ups characterised by worsening eczema symptoms. […] The symptoms of varicose eczema are directly contributing to the condition.

• #33 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #34

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #35 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #36 Impact of Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Find Relief

  https://eczemaless.com/impact-of-varicose-eczema-symptoms-causes-and-how-to-find-relief/

  Varicose eczema manifests in several distinctive ways. Here are the primary symptoms to be aware of: […] One of the most common symptoms is intense itching and a burning sensation in the affected areas. The itchiness can become severe, leading to discomfort and an urge to scratch, which may exacerbate the condition. […] The skin around the lower legs may appear red and inflamed. This redness is often accompanied by swelling and can vary in intensity. […] Affected skin often becomes dry and flaky. In severe cases, it can crack, leading to pain and potential infection. […] A characteristic sign of varicose eczema is the development of a brownish or purplish discoloration of the skin, known as hyperpigmentation. This occurs due to the deposition of hemosiderin, a byproduct of broken down red blood cells. […] In advanced stages, varicose eczema can lead to the formation of venous ulcers or sores, particularly near the ankles. These ulcers can be difficult to heal and may require medical intervention.

• #37 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Varicose eczema affects blood flow through your limbs and causes a range of skin conditions, most often in your lower legs. Left untreated, it can lead to severe complications. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that causes skin changes in your lower legs when you have varicose veins. […] Along with itchy varicose veins, early varicose eczema symptoms may include: dry, scaly rash, red or discolored, inflamed, and slightly shiny skin, hyperpigmentation, or discolored skin (usually a rust or brown color), aching legs, ankle swelling that tends to get better when you sleep but swells when you wake up, warm feeling in your legs, although your skin remains cool when you touch it. […] Some areas of your skin may break down over time and form painful varicose leg ulcers or open sores, most often near your ankle.

• #38 Varicose Eczema and Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms and Causes

  https://www.centerforvein.com/blog/varicose-eczema-and-stasis-dermatitis-symptoms-and-causes

  Venous stasis dermatitis, also referred to as varicose eczema, is a kind of skin disorder that can occur in people who also have varicose veins. […] It causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] Early varicose eczema symptoms may include: Itchy varicose veins, Aching legs, Shiny, red, discolored, or inflamed skin around or above the ankles, Ankle swelling that tends to worsen throughout the day, Warm feeling in the legs, although skin remains cool to the touch. […] Moderate to severe symptoms often include: Itchy, red, blistered, and crusty plaque on the lower leg(s), Dry, fissured, and scaly plaque on the lower leg(s), White, irregular scars surrounded by red spots on the lower leg(s), Lipodermatosclerosis (pain, hardening of the skin, change in skin color, swelling, and tapering of the legs above the ankles). […] If left untreated, severe venous eczema can lead to ulcers, which are much more difficult to treat and heal. Severe stasis dermatitis can result in permanent changes to your skin, including thickening, hardening, darkening, or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #39

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #40 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #41

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #42

  https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema. It is a long-term skin condition that affects the legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. Treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Like all types of eczema, skin affected by varicose eczema becomes: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] On lighter skin it looks red or brown. On darker skin it tends to look dark brown, purple or grey and can be more difficult to see. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: discolouration of the skin, heavy tired legs, small, white scars (atrophie blanche).

• #43

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #44

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #45 Venous eczema – BAD Patient Hub

  https://www.skinhealthinfo.org.uk/condition/venous-eczema/

  Venous eczema occurs on the lower legs. The features vary depending on the severity and range from changes in skin colouring and dryness of the skin to areas of inflamed eczema with red spots, scaling, weeping and/or crusting. The eczema is often very itchy and can sometimes be painful. Swelling of the legs and varicose veins may also be present. In severe cases, white patches of skin, thinning and scarring (atrophie blanche) may be seen. Sometimes thickening of large areas of skin on the lower leg (lipodermatosclerosis) can occur and may be painful. Leg ulcers can also develop. Sometimes, venous eczema can trigger the development of eczema elsewhere on the body; this is known as secondary eczema. […] Unfortunately, the problem of the valves in the veins not working properly cannot be cured; this means that venous eczema does not clear up completely if left untreated. However, simple measures to improve the function of the valves and treatments for the active eczema can greatly improve the skin and associated symptoms, keep the eczema under control and help to prevent complications such as leg swelling, infection and lipodermatosclerosis.

• #46 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #47 Eczema types: Stasis dermatitis signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/types/stasis-dermatitis/symptoms

  As the disease worsens, stasis dermatitis can cover more skin on the lower legs and appear on the tops of your feet. You may see raised patches of discolored and scaly skin. The skin can crack and is often intensely itchy. […] Without treatment, this disease can change the shape of your legs. The swelling no longer goes away while you sleep. The skin can harden, darken, and become very painful. The lower part of the calf can shrink, making your calf look like an upside-down bowling pin. The medical term for this condition is lipodermatosclerosis. […] While treatment can help ease pain and discomfort at any stage, treatment cannot cure stasis dermatitis. The earlier you catch and treat it, the better. […] Other medical conditions can also develop where a person has stasis dermatitis. Two that become more common as stasis dermatitis worsens are: Contact dermatitis. Cellulitis (a serious infection that extends deep into the skin).

• #48 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #49 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #50 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #51 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Over time, stasis dermatitis can change the shape of your legs without treatment, causing your legs to appear like an upside-down bowling pin, with your lower calf appearing shrunken. […] Recognizing stasis dermatitis early may help reveal a life-threatening condition and prevent the skin condition from progressing from swelling, redness and itching to open, oozing ulcerations that are vulnerable to infection. […] There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for stasis dermatitis. The best treatment depends on your specific case and treatment preferences.

• #52 Eczema types: Stasis dermatitis signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/types/stasis-dermatitis/symptoms

  As the disease worsens, stasis dermatitis can cover more skin on the lower legs and appear on the tops of your feet. You may see raised patches of discolored and scaly skin. The skin can crack and is often intensely itchy. […] Without treatment, this disease can change the shape of your legs. The swelling no longer goes away while you sleep. The skin can harden, darken, and become very painful. The lower part of the calf can shrink, making your calf look like an upside-down bowling pin. The medical term for this condition is lipodermatosclerosis. […] While treatment can help ease pain and discomfort at any stage, treatment cannot cure stasis dermatitis. The earlier you catch and treat it, the better. […] Other medical conditions can also develop where a person has stasis dermatitis. Two that become more common as stasis dermatitis worsens are: Contact dermatitis. Cellulitis (a serious infection that extends deep into the skin).

• #53

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #54 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as gravitational eczema or stasis eczema, is a common skin condition that affects the lower legs of adults. If left untreated, the skin can break down to form ulcers. […] Varicose eczema is quite common, affecting approximately 70 per cent of people over the age of 70. Varicose eczema can occur in younger people, too, if they have a genetic predisposition to varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema manifests as itchy, dry, flaky areas of skin. The skin may also change colour and become weepy and crusty. When the eczema settles, the skin may crack if it becomes over-dry, or break down if scratched or picked. […] Skin affected by varicose eczema is thin and unhealthy and can easily break down as soon as this happens, the area should be treated to help the skin heal quickly. If left untreated, the small hole can deepen and widen, and the resulting wound is called a varicose ulcer (also known as a venous ulcer or stasis ulcer).

• #55 Severe Varicose Veins – Symptoms of severe venous insufficiency | Vein Health

  https://www.veinhealth.com.au/severe-varicose-veins/

  With the increased pressure in the capillaries and blood vessels, red blood cells leak out close to the skin surface. The immune system sends inflammatory cells to the leaked red blood cells to start the healing process via a reaction in the skin. However, as the red blood cells continue to leak thanks to venous insufficiency, the inflammation becomes chronic venous eczema. The skin feels irritated, itchy, and the skin can break down and become rough, scaly, with sores forming because of the scratching. These open sores (leg ulcer) can be difficult to heal until the underlying problem of the varicose vein is dealt with. Until then, they can cause infections and be painful. […] Localised or extensive breakdown of the skin barrier, particularly around the ankle region. If left untreated, severe venous disease leads to worsening symptoms in the lower legs, which will ultimately culminate in the development of a venous ulcer. The ulcer may be small or large. Ulcer treatment can be complex and must be managed correctly, with a combination of conservative and medical interventions by a phlebologist.

• #56 Impact of Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Find Relief

  https://eczemaless.com/impact-of-varicose-eczema-symptoms-causes-and-how-to-find-relief/

  Varicose eczema manifests in several distinctive ways. Here are the primary symptoms to be aware of: […] One of the most common symptoms is intense itching and a burning sensation in the affected areas. The itchiness can become severe, leading to discomfort and an urge to scratch, which may exacerbate the condition. […] The skin around the lower legs may appear red and inflamed. This redness is often accompanied by swelling and can vary in intensity. […] Affected skin often becomes dry and flaky. In severe cases, it can crack, leading to pain and potential infection. […] A characteristic sign of varicose eczema is the development of a brownish or purplish discoloration of the skin, known as hyperpigmentation. This occurs due to the deposition of hemosiderin, a byproduct of broken down red blood cells. […] In advanced stages, varicose eczema can lead to the formation of venous ulcers or sores, particularly near the ankles. These ulcers can be difficult to heal and may require medical intervention.

• #57 Varicose Eczema: Treatment Guide for Venous Eczema: Lakeshore Veins

  https://lakeshoreveins.com/complete-varicose-eczema-treatment-guide/

  Varicose Eczema, also known as venous eczema or stasis dermatitis, is a medical condition which describes the dry irritated skin caused by abnormal pressure in the leg veins. Varicose eczema occurs in the legs and is more common in people with varicose veins. However, varicose veins do not have to be present to have varicose eczema. […] Patients have patchy areas of dry, flaky, itchy skin on the lower legs. The itching can lead to scratching or skin break down. […] These areas of dry skin can crack and bleed or blister. In severe cases, the skin can ulcerate. Skin ulcers in patients with venous insufficiency can take months to heal. […] The skin can have a brownish discoloration. The texture of the discolored skin is often different from the rest of the leg. […] Symptoms can improve and worsen over time. Although, without treating the underlying problem, the symptoms will always recur.

• #58 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #59 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as gravitational eczema or stasis eczema, is a common skin condition that affects the lower legs of adults. If left untreated, the skin can break down to form ulcers. […] Varicose eczema is quite common, affecting approximately 70 per cent of people over the age of 70. Varicose eczema can occur in younger people, too, if they have a genetic predisposition to varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema manifests as itchy, dry, flaky areas of skin. The skin may also change colour and become weepy and crusty. When the eczema settles, the skin may crack if it becomes over-dry, or break down if scratched or picked. […] Skin affected by varicose eczema is thin and unhealthy and can easily break down as soon as this happens, the area should be treated to help the skin heal quickly. If left untreated, the small hole can deepen and widen, and the resulting wound is called a varicose ulcer (also known as a venous ulcer or stasis ulcer).

• #60 Severe Varicose Veins – Symptoms of severe venous insufficiency | Vein Health

  https://www.veinhealth.com.au/severe-varicose-veins/

  With the increased pressure in the capillaries and blood vessels, red blood cells leak out close to the skin surface. The immune system sends inflammatory cells to the leaked red blood cells to start the healing process via a reaction in the skin. However, as the red blood cells continue to leak thanks to venous insufficiency, the inflammation becomes chronic venous eczema. The skin feels irritated, itchy, and the skin can break down and become rough, scaly, with sores forming because of the scratching. These open sores (leg ulcer) can be difficult to heal until the underlying problem of the varicose vein is dealt with. Until then, they can cause infections and be painful. […] Localised or extensive breakdown of the skin barrier, particularly around the ankle region. If left untreated, severe venous disease leads to worsening symptoms in the lower legs, which will ultimately culminate in the development of a venous ulcer. The ulcer may be small or large. Ulcer treatment can be complex and must be managed correctly, with a combination of conservative and medical interventions by a phlebologist.

• #61 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  The initial symptoms are usually mild and include itchiness and irritation. Without treatment, the skin may become painful, swollen, and discolored. In more severe cases, the skin may become scaly and develop sores that weep and crust. […] There is no cure for venous stasis dermatitis, but lifestyle measures may help improve the symptoms and prevent further complications.

• #62 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Permanent skin changes can occur. The skin may become thick, hard, deeply pigmented, intensely itchy, bumpy, like cobblestones, shrunken on the lower calf. […] Without treatment, stasis dermatitis can worsen and lead to complications that include: chronic leg ulcers, leg wounds that fail to heal, abscesses, persistent itching, permanent skin changes, such as pigmentation and thickening of the skin, cellulitis, a bacterial infection in the deep layers of the skin, contact dermatitis, infection of the bone, known as osteomyelitis. […] There is no cure for stasis dermatitis, but early treatment and preventive measures can stop it from progressing.

• #63 Varicose Eczema | Vein Disease Symptoms — Physicians Vein Clinics

  https://physiciansveinclinics.com/symptom/eczema

  Eczema (or venous stasis dermatitis) happens when there are venous insufficiencies in the legs, usually occurring on the lower half of the legs. […] Symptoms of Varicose Eczema: Swelling. The first sign you notice might be swollen ankle, especially at the end of the day. […] Leg heaviness or leg aching, especially after a prolonged period of sitting or standing. […] Varicose veins covered with dry, itchy, or irritated skin. […] Red, discolored skin. […] Leg Ulcers. […] Other symptoms behind this type of eczema include varicose veins, achy legs, swollen legs, dry, itchy skin and more serious problems such as cellulitis. […] Eczema can worsen over time without proper treatment. It can lead to: Intense itching sensations. […] Worsening skin discoloration. […] Bacteria infection: Cellulitis, a serious infection that affects body tissues, can develop and spread through the leg.

• #64 Varicose Eczema (Symptoms and Treatment) | Doctor

  https://patient.info/doctor/varicose-eczema-pro

  Varicose eczema symptoms (presentation) […] There is usually itching and/or leg pain. Swelling or colour changes may have been noticed. Occasionally, varicose eczema may become generalised, but there should be a history of initial eczema around the ankle. […] In varicose eczema, there is poorly defined scaling and erythema around the ankle. There are often pigmentary changes, both post-inflammatory (dirty brown colour) and haemosiderin (rusty brown). The appearance of varicose eczema is fairly characteristic but the distribution is also important. It usually starts over or just above the malleoli. […] Erythema and dryness of the skin are the major signs to look for. Small blisters (vesicles) are common in eczema. These break down and the serous fluid released dries to form crusts which coalesce. […] This is a chronic condition and takes a long time to heal. […] Topical steroids should clear the eczema but the secondary pigmentary changes will persist. […] If ulceration occurs, it will be a slower resolution. […] Complications include cellulitis, ulceration and contact dermatitis.

• #65 The Worrying Link Between Varicose Veins and Eczema – Vein & Vascular Institute

  https://www.veinvascular.com/vein/the-worrying-link-between-varicose-veins-and-eczema/

  Pain and swelling aren’t the only side effects of varicose veins. The condition could also lead to dry, scaly skin. Most people suffering from varicose veins have experienced the pain, swelling, and cramping that goes along with the condition. Yet venous insufficiency — the underlying cause of varicose veins — can also affect the skin, resulting in stasis dermatitis or varicose eczema. Varicose eczema typically begins on the ankles. It’s characterized by: […] Left untreated, varicose eczema could lead to open, oozing ulcers and infection. Most worrisome, varicose veins put you at higher risk of eczema because the two conditions result from poor circulation in the legs. […] Unfortunately, varicose eczema recurs if the source of the condition (such as varicose veins) isn’t treated. […] Individuals who have varicose eczema also stand a greater chance of developing contact dermatitis, a skin condition that leaves the skin extremely sensitive to touch.

• #66 Eczema types: Stasis dermatitis signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/types/stasis-dermatitis/symptoms

  As the disease worsens, stasis dermatitis can cover more skin on the lower legs and appear on the tops of your feet. You may see raised patches of discolored and scaly skin. The skin can crack and is often intensely itchy. […] Without treatment, this disease can change the shape of your legs. The swelling no longer goes away while you sleep. The skin can harden, darken, and become very painful. The lower part of the calf can shrink, making your calf look like an upside-down bowling pin. The medical term for this condition is lipodermatosclerosis. […] While treatment can help ease pain and discomfort at any stage, treatment cannot cure stasis dermatitis. The earlier you catch and treat it, the better. […] Other medical conditions can also develop where a person has stasis dermatitis. Two that become more common as stasis dermatitis worsens are: Contact dermatitis. Cellulitis (a serious infection that extends deep into the skin).

• #67 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #68 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  Venous stasis dermatitis, or varicose eczema, involves swollen and itchy discolored skin on the lower legs. It usually occurs when venous insufficiency leads to varicose veins. It can lead to ulcerations or open sores. […] It is a chronic condition that slowly develops and worsens over time. […] The symptoms, which may be more noticeable throughout the course of the day, include: ankle swelling, orange-brown speckles of discoloration, discolored areas of skin, which may appear red on light skin and brown, purple, gray, or ashen on dark skin, heavy legs when standing for a prolonged period, itchy and dry skin, painful skin. […] Without treatment, venous stasis dermatitis can progress and worsen, causing: calf swelling, hardened skin, skin that weeps or leaks fluid, painful open wounds or ulcers.

• #69 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  There are a number of treatments available to help keep your skin supple and prevent ulcers. All the tips on reducing the risk of developing varicose eczema should still be followed since these will also help to improve the eczema. […] This type of eczema can be an ongoing problem. The condition can become worse and then settle down, but if you have a good skin care routine, and are taking steps to support the blood circulation in the legs; together, these actions will help prevent flare-ups.

• #70 Varicose Eczema: Everything to Know About This Dermatological Disorder

  https://us.typology.com/library/all-you-need-to-know-about-varicose-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a dermatological disorder that progresses in several stages. The first is characterized by feelings of heavy legs. Due to the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of the veins, these expand and the skin then reveals some small vessels. At this stage, it is possible to detect a varicose vein when an ultrasound is performed. The edema and swelling of the legs continue to intensify until they cause inflammation of the skin: itching sensations then appear, marking the onset of varicose eczema. […] Under the effect of scratching, crusts form on the skin, causing oozing lesions. The area then becomes infected. Complete healing is still possible if varicose eczema is immediately treated. However, in the absence of care, a varicose ulcer develops. This will not heal and the wound will then become chronic.

• #71 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #72 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #73 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  The initial symptoms are usually mild and include itchiness and irritation. Without treatment, the skin may become painful, swollen, and discolored. In more severe cases, the skin may become scaly and develop sores that weep and crust. […] There is no cure for venous stasis dermatitis, but lifestyle measures may help improve the symptoms and prevent further complications.

• #74 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema that causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] An ulcer on the leg may be a sign of stasis dermatitis. […] The early symptoms of stasis dermatitis primarily affect the lower legs and include: irritation and itching, changes in skin color, which may appear brown, purple, or gray in brown or black skin and red in lighter skin, other speckles of discoloration, as pressure causes the capillaries to break, scaling and dryness on the skin, swelling in the ankles, feelings of heaviness or aching after standing for a long time, increased likelihood of having contact dermatitis. […] As stasis dermatitis progresses, these earlier symptoms can worsen. In addition, new symptoms can appear, including: poorly defined plaques of inflamed skin on both lower legs, swelling that spreads into the calves, shiny, swollen skin, itchy, dry, and cracked skin, open sores, called venous ulcers, on the tops of the feet and the lower legs, bleeding or oozing from ulcers.

• #75 Varicose Eczema and Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms and Causes

  https://www.centerforvein.com/blog/varicose-eczema-and-stasis-dermatitis-symptoms-and-causes

  Venous stasis dermatitis, also referred to as varicose eczema, is a kind of skin disorder that can occur in people who also have varicose veins. […] It causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] Early varicose eczema symptoms may include: Itchy varicose veins, Aching legs, Shiny, red, discolored, or inflamed skin around or above the ankles, Ankle swelling that tends to worsen throughout the day, Warm feeling in the legs, although skin remains cool to the touch. […] Moderate to severe symptoms often include: Itchy, red, blistered, and crusty plaque on the lower leg(s), Dry, fissured, and scaly plaque on the lower leg(s), White, irregular scars surrounded by red spots on the lower leg(s), Lipodermatosclerosis (pain, hardening of the skin, change in skin color, swelling, and tapering of the legs above the ankles). […] If left untreated, severe venous eczema can lead to ulcers, which are much more difficult to treat and heal. Severe stasis dermatitis can result in permanent changes to your skin, including thickening, hardening, darkening, or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #76 Steps To Treat Varicose Vein Eczema and The Itchy Symptoms

  https://www.schulmanveincenter.com/2020/10/05/steps-to-treat-varicose-vein-eczema-and-the-itchy-symptoms/

  Varicose veins are bad enough on their own, but they can come with an additional side effect: varicose vein eczema. Also known as stasis dermatitis, this can be a long-lasting eczema skin condition, most often affecting the lower legs. […] One of the most common symptoms of this is having skin around the varicose veins that is dry, irritated, and above all, itchy. […] There are additional symptoms to varicose vein eczema. This includes feeling like your legs are heavy and aching after standing for a long period of time. Or at the end of a long day finding immediate relief after a nights sleep. The problems can get worse over time, extending up the calf and leading to dry, cracked skin. It can also lead to open sores on the lower calf and feet.

• #77 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema that causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] An ulcer on the leg may be a sign of stasis dermatitis. […] The early symptoms of stasis dermatitis primarily affect the lower legs and include: irritation and itching, changes in skin color, which may appear brown, purple, or gray in brown or black skin and red in lighter skin, other speckles of discoloration, as pressure causes the capillaries to break, scaling and dryness on the skin, swelling in the ankles, feelings of heaviness or aching after standing for a long time, increased likelihood of having contact dermatitis. […] As stasis dermatitis progresses, these earlier symptoms can worsen. In addition, new symptoms can appear, including: poorly defined plaques of inflamed skin on both lower legs, swelling that spreads into the calves, shiny, swollen skin, itchy, dry, and cracked skin, open sores, called venous ulcers, on the tops of the feet and the lower legs, bleeding or oozing from ulcers.

• #78 Varicose Eczema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/eczema/varicose-eczema

  Other severe symptoms include: crusty or cracked skin, weeping eczema (oozing, fluid-filled blisters on your skin), swelling in your legs that persists. […] You may also experience a condition called lipodermatosclerosis as your varicose eczema worsens. This happens as subcutaneous fat, the fat under your skin, grows inflamed, causing your skin to become hard and thick, tender and painful, red to red-brown or violet-brown colored. […] Varicose eczema often appears in the advanced stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). […] Varicose eczema treatment aims to ease your skin conditions and boost blood flow. These may include: corticosteroid creams on a short-term basis to quell inflamed skin, wet dressings soaked in a special solution to treat weeping eczema, compression garments like graduated compression stockings or an Unna boot with zinc-oxide dressing built in to boost blood flow and lessen the pressure in your veins, topical antibiotic if your limbs develops an infection, systemic therapy, such as flavonoids like hesperidin; horse chestnut seed extract, or pentoxifylline to improve blood flow, ablation therapy to treat venous insufficiency and varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that you may have for life, but treatments may help you manage your symptoms and keep them from getting worse. Treatments for varicose veins like ablative therapy may also cure varicose eczema.

• #79 Eczema types: Stasis dermatitis signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczema/types/stasis-dermatitis/symptoms

  As the disease worsens, stasis dermatitis can cover more skin on the lower legs and appear on the tops of your feet. You may see raised patches of discolored and scaly skin. The skin can crack and is often intensely itchy. […] Without treatment, this disease can change the shape of your legs. The swelling no longer goes away while you sleep. The skin can harden, darken, and become very painful. The lower part of the calf can shrink, making your calf look like an upside-down bowling pin. The medical term for this condition is lipodermatosclerosis. […] While treatment can help ease pain and discomfort at any stage, treatment cannot cure stasis dermatitis. The earlier you catch and treat it, the better. […] Other medical conditions can also develop where a person has stasis dermatitis. Two that become more common as stasis dermatitis worsens are: Contact dermatitis. Cellulitis (a serious infection that extends deep into the skin).

• #80 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema that causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. […] An ulcer on the leg may be a sign of stasis dermatitis. […] The early symptoms of stasis dermatitis primarily affect the lower legs and include: irritation and itching, changes in skin color, which may appear brown, purple, or gray in brown or black skin and red in lighter skin, other speckles of discoloration, as pressure causes the capillaries to break, scaling and dryness on the skin, swelling in the ankles, feelings of heaviness or aching after standing for a long time, increased likelihood of having contact dermatitis. […] As stasis dermatitis progresses, these earlier symptoms can worsen. In addition, new symptoms can appear, including: poorly defined plaques of inflamed skin on both lower legs, swelling that spreads into the calves, shiny, swollen skin, itchy, dry, and cracked skin, open sores, called venous ulcers, on the tops of the feet and the lower legs, bleeding or oozing from ulcers.

• #81 Severe Varicose Veins – Symptoms of severe venous insufficiency | Vein Health

  https://www.veinhealth.com.au/severe-varicose-veins/

  With the increased pressure in the capillaries and blood vessels, red blood cells leak out close to the skin surface. The immune system sends inflammatory cells to the leaked red blood cells to start the healing process via a reaction in the skin. However, as the red blood cells continue to leak thanks to venous insufficiency, the inflammation becomes chronic venous eczema. The skin feels irritated, itchy, and the skin can break down and become rough, scaly, with sores forming because of the scratching. These open sores (leg ulcer) can be difficult to heal until the underlying problem of the varicose vein is dealt with. Until then, they can cause infections and be painful. […] Localised or extensive breakdown of the skin barrier, particularly around the ankle region. If left untreated, severe venous disease leads to worsening symptoms in the lower legs, which will ultimately culminate in the development of a venous ulcer. The ulcer may be small or large. Ulcer treatment can be complex and must be managed correctly, with a combination of conservative and medical interventions by a phlebologist.

• #82 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Over time, stasis dermatitis can change the shape of your legs without treatment, causing your legs to appear like an upside-down bowling pin, with your lower calf appearing shrunken. […] Recognizing stasis dermatitis early may help reveal a life-threatening condition and prevent the skin condition from progressing from swelling, redness and itching to open, oozing ulcerations that are vulnerable to infection. […] There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for stasis dermatitis. The best treatment depends on your specific case and treatment preferences.

• #83 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is caused by increased pressure in the leg veins. […] It is thought that varicose eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Treatment for varicose eczema aims to improve the condition of your skin, treat your symptoms and help improve your circulation (blood flow). […] For many people, this will involve long-term treatment with a combination of emollients (moisturisers), topical corticosteroids, compression stockings. […] There are some steps you can take to reduce the symptoms of varicose eczema and help prevent further problems, such as raising your legs when you are resting, keeping physically active. […] If your skin is inflamed from a flare-up of varicose eczema, your GP may prescribe a topical corticosteroid to quickly reduce the inflammation. […] Medical compression stockings are specially designed to steadily squeeze your legs to help improve your circulation. […] Compression stockings are used to treat varicose eczema and lipodermatosclerosis by improving the flow of blood through your leg veins and reducing the pressure in the veins.

• #84 How To Reduce Symptoms of Venous Stasis Dermatitis? | Center for Vascular Medicine

  https://www.cvmus.com/blog/how-reduce-symptoms-venous-stasis-dermatitis

  Like most dermatitis conditions, venous eczema patients also suffer from itching and crusting of the skin. The expression of different cells (macrophages) plays a role in itching. Other symptoms include a feeling of heaviness. […] Venous stasis dermatitis is caused by venous insufficiency-induced poor circulation. […] Improving mobility and remaining physically active by doing light physical activity can improve blood flow and reduce symptoms of stasis dermatitis. […] Individuals with varicose veins and deep venous thrombosis are prone to developing chronic venous insufficiency and dermatitis. […] Obesity is linked to an increased rate of vascular disorders of the lower extremities. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain a healthy weight to prevent further complications. […] If symptoms do not improve, it is vital to see your primary care doctor or dermatologist as soon as possible, who will prescribe you topical corticosteroids or compression stockings to reduce the symptoms.

• #85 Advice About Treating Varicose Vein EczemaTreating Varicose Vein Eczema and The Unbearable Itchy Symptoms – Desert Vein Institute

  https://desertveininstitute.com/treating-varicose-vein-eczema-and-the-unbearable-itchy-symptoms/

  Rather than just treating venal problems, treatment for varicose eczema has many options to try. […] For active treatments, you can look into emollients, which are moisturizers that keep the skin from drying up and flaking, and topical corticosteroids. […] Compression stockings might be recommended along with modest exercise for non-invasive procedures. […] Treating the source of the problem means treating the underlying causes behind varicose veins.

• #86 Symptoms & Treatment of dermatitis is inflammation of the skin

  https://legsmatter.org/information-and-support/skin-concerns/dermatitis-dry-and-itchy-skin/

  Varicose eczema is usually red and very itchy with scaly patches. Sometimes you may have patches that are also weeping or notice reddish brown staining above your ankle. […] Varicose eczema is a common cause of eczema on the lower leg which happens when high pressure in the veins in the legs pushes our blood into the skin tissue. This causes irritation. Not all dermatitis on legs is varicose eczema. […] Varicose eczema is a lifelong condition where the underlying cause (high pressure in the veins) needs managing long term, usually with compression hosiery or socks. […] Left untreated, varicose eczema can worsen and is at risk of becoming infected. If it is varicose eczema (not all dermatitis on legs is varicose eczema), you need to be offered the treatments above.

• #87 How To Reduce Symptoms of Venous Stasis Dermatitis? | Center for Vascular Medicine

  https://www.cvmus.com/blog/how-reduce-symptoms-venous-stasis-dermatitis

  Like most dermatitis conditions, venous eczema patients also suffer from itching and crusting of the skin. The expression of different cells (macrophages) plays a role in itching. Other symptoms include a feeling of heaviness. […] Venous stasis dermatitis is caused by venous insufficiency-induced poor circulation. […] Improving mobility and remaining physically active by doing light physical activity can improve blood flow and reduce symptoms of stasis dermatitis. […] Individuals with varicose veins and deep venous thrombosis are prone to developing chronic venous insufficiency and dermatitis. […] Obesity is linked to an increased rate of vascular disorders of the lower extremities. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain a healthy weight to prevent further complications. […] If symptoms do not improve, it is vital to see your primary care doctor or dermatologist as soon as possible, who will prescribe you topical corticosteroids or compression stockings to reduce the symptoms.

• #88 Stasis Dermatitis: An Overview of Its Clinical Presentation, Pathogenesis, and Management

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9968263/

  Stasis dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease of the lower extremities. It typically occurs in older individuals and is the cutaneous manifestation of venous hypertension caused by venous reflux. Stasis dermatitis is eczematous. The typical clinical presentation involves poorly demarcated erythematous and eczematous patches and plaques of the lower extremities, with the medial malleolus region being the most frequently and severely involved. The eczematous nature of SD is represented by scaling, erythema, and xerosis of the skin. Characteristic symptoms include pruritus (itch) on the medial ankle (which can extend to the shin), pain, lesional inflammation, scaling, and skin color changes and thickening. Itch is the most troublesome symptom, impacting patient quality of life (QOL) and leading to scratching that can aggravate wounds and increase risk of skin infection. Chronic scratching due to itching can also result in skin thickening and lichenification. Importantly, if the underlying venous alterations remain untreated, the venous disease patient may develop chronic venous ulcerations along with oozing and erythema. Patients with SD may also develop acroangiodermatitis (pseudo-Kaposi sarcoma), and a biopsy may be required to differentiate it from Kaposi sarcoma.

• #89

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #90 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #91 Soothing Your Varicose Eczema

  https://inoviavein.com/soothing-your-varicose-eczema/

  While these are the main symptoms, some people also experience additional symptoms including pain, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small white scars (atrophie blanche), or leg ulcers if the varicose eczema is left untreated. […] As with many other skin conditions, there may be periods when these symptoms are more severe and times when they seem to improve.

• #92 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  There are a number of treatments available to help keep your skin supple and prevent ulcers. All the tips on reducing the risk of developing varicose eczema should still be followed since these will also help to improve the eczema. […] This type of eczema can be an ongoing problem. The condition can become worse and then settle down, but if you have a good skin care routine, and are taking steps to support the blood circulation in the legs; together, these actions will help prevent flare-ups.

• #93 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is caused by increased pressure in the leg veins. […] It is thought that varicose eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Treatment for varicose eczema aims to improve the condition of your skin, treat your symptoms and help improve your circulation (blood flow). […] For many people, this will involve long-term treatment with a combination of emollients (moisturisers), topical corticosteroids, compression stockings. […] There are some steps you can take to reduce the symptoms of varicose eczema and help prevent further problems, such as raising your legs when you are resting, keeping physically active. […] If your skin is inflamed from a flare-up of varicose eczema, your GP may prescribe a topical corticosteroid to quickly reduce the inflammation. […] Medical compression stockings are specially designed to steadily squeeze your legs to help improve your circulation. […] Compression stockings are used to treat varicose eczema and lipodermatosclerosis by improving the flow of blood through your leg veins and reducing the pressure in the veins.

• #94 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #95 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is caused by increased pressure in the leg veins. […] It is thought that varicose eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Treatment for varicose eczema aims to improve the condition of your skin, treat your symptoms and help improve your circulation (blood flow). […] For many people, this will involve long-term treatment with a combination of emollients (moisturisers), topical corticosteroids, compression stockings. […] There are some steps you can take to reduce the symptoms of varicose eczema and help prevent further problems, such as raising your legs when you are resting, keeping physically active. […] If your skin is inflamed from a flare-up of varicose eczema, your GP may prescribe a topical corticosteroid to quickly reduce the inflammation. […] Medical compression stockings are specially designed to steadily squeeze your legs to help improve your circulation. […] Compression stockings are used to treat varicose eczema and lipodermatosclerosis by improving the flow of blood through your leg veins and reducing the pressure in the veins.

• #96 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  There are a number of treatments available to help keep your skin supple and prevent ulcers. All the tips on reducing the risk of developing varicose eczema should still be followed since these will also help to improve the eczema. […] This type of eczema can be an ongoing problem. The condition can become worse and then settle down, but if you have a good skin care routine, and are taking steps to support the blood circulation in the legs; together, these actions will help prevent flare-ups.

• #97 Varicose eczema – National Eczema Society

  https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/varicose-eczema/

  There are a number of treatments available to help keep your skin supple and prevent ulcers. All the tips on reducing the risk of developing varicose eczema should still be followed since these will also help to improve the eczema. […] This type of eczema can be an ongoing problem. The condition can become worse and then settle down, but if you have a good skin care routine, and are taking steps to support the blood circulation in the legs; together, these actions will help prevent flare-ups.

• #98 Stasis Dermatitis | Venous Eczema | Vein Clinic Perth

  https://www.veinclinicperth.com.au/symptom/venous-eczema/

  Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones, itching, scaling, and dryness. […] Stasis dermatitis is often accompanied with swelling and redness of the skin. The area can be dry with scaling of the skin causing itchiness. It may be very painful but there may be no pain. Itchiness is also variable from mild to severe. Over time this can aggravate the skin and develop into a venous ulcer. […] Skin affected by varicose eczema is thin and unhealthy and can easily break down as soon as this happens, the area should be treated to help the skin heal quickly. If left untreated, the small hole can deepen and widen, and the resulting wound is called a varicose ulcer (also known as a varicose ulcer or stasis ulcer).

• #99 Diagnosing and treating venous eczema | Nursing Times

  https://www.nursingtimes.net/dermatology/diagnosing-and-treating-venous-eczema-30-11-2016/

  Venous eczema is common in older people and thought to affect 20% of those aged 70 and over. […] Venous eczema is a non-infectious inflammatory condition that affects the skin of the lower legs. […] A round 10% of people with varicose veins (C2 disease in the CEAP classification) develop C4 skin changes, which can include venous eczema. […] When eczema is present, the skin is usually dry and can be red, cracked, inflamed, itchy and scaly. […] Chronic eczema causes skin changes, such as dryness, thickening, scaling and cracking. […] In patients with venous eczema, emollient therapy combined with gentle skin cleansing is essential to maintain skin health. […] Steroids are an essential aspect of treatment in severe venous eczema. […] If not managed well, venous eczema can lead to dry, thickened, scaly and cracked skin that can become infected. […] People with venous eczema often have swollen, aching and/or throbbing legs because the pumping action in the veins is ineffective. […] The symptoms and complications of venous eczema have a negative effect on quality of life.

• #100 Varicose eczema – its treatments and relationship to varicose veins

  https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/skin/eczema/varicose-eczema/

  The physical symptoms of varicose eczema, such as itching or pain, can keep you awake at night, disrupting your natural sleep pattern and causing you to feel groggy and unfocused the next day. […] The visible and physical symptoms of varicose eczema can have serious repercussions for a sufferers self-esteem and confidence, often making them feel judged and isolated from the rest of the world.

• #101 Varicose eczema symptoms, treatments & forums | PatientsLikeMe

  https://www.patientslikeme.com/conditions/varicose-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Common symptoms include stress, fatigue, anxious mood, depressed mood, and pain. […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe stress (33%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe fatigue (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe anxious mood (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe depressed mood (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe pain (25%).

• #102 Varicose eczema – its treatments and relationship to varicose veins

  https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/skin/eczema/varicose-eczema/

  The physical symptoms of varicose eczema, such as itching or pain, can keep you awake at night, disrupting your natural sleep pattern and causing you to feel groggy and unfocused the next day. […] The visible and physical symptoms of varicose eczema can have serious repercussions for a sufferers self-esteem and confidence, often making them feel judged and isolated from the rest of the world.

• #103 Varicose eczema – its treatments and relationship to varicose veins

  https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/skin/eczema/varicose-eczema/

  The physical symptoms of varicose eczema, such as itching or pain, can keep you awake at night, disrupting your natural sleep pattern and causing you to feel groggy and unfocused the next day. […] The visible and physical symptoms of varicose eczema can have serious repercussions for a sufferers self-esteem and confidence, often making them feel judged and isolated from the rest of the world.

• #104 Diagnosing and treating venous eczema | Nursing Times

  https://www.nursingtimes.net/dermatology/diagnosing-and-treating-venous-eczema-30-11-2016/

  Venous eczema is common in older people and thought to affect 20% of those aged 70 and over. […] Venous eczema is a non-infectious inflammatory condition that affects the skin of the lower legs. […] A round 10% of people with varicose veins (C2 disease in the CEAP classification) develop C4 skin changes, which can include venous eczema. […] When eczema is present, the skin is usually dry and can be red, cracked, inflamed, itchy and scaly. […] Chronic eczema causes skin changes, such as dryness, thickening, scaling and cracking. […] In patients with venous eczema, emollient therapy combined with gentle skin cleansing is essential to maintain skin health. […] Steroids are an essential aspect of treatment in severe venous eczema. […] If not managed well, venous eczema can lead to dry, thickened, scaly and cracked skin that can become infected. […] People with venous eczema often have swollen, aching and/or throbbing legs because the pumping action in the veins is ineffective. […] The symptoms and complications of venous eczema have a negative effect on quality of life.

• #105 Varicose eczema symptoms, treatments & forums | PatientsLikeMe

  https://www.patientslikeme.com/conditions/varicose-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Common symptoms include stress, fatigue, anxious mood, depressed mood, and pain. […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe stress (33%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe fatigue (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe anxious mood (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe depressed mood (25%). […] 1 a varicose eczema patient reports severe pain (25%).

• #106 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Over time, stasis dermatitis can change the shape of your legs without treatment, causing your legs to appear like an upside-down bowling pin, with your lower calf appearing shrunken. […] Recognizing stasis dermatitis early may help reveal a life-threatening condition and prevent the skin condition from progressing from swelling, redness and itching to open, oozing ulcerations that are vulnerable to infection. […] There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for stasis dermatitis. The best treatment depends on your specific case and treatment preferences.

• #107 What is Venous Eczema? Vein Specialists of the Carolinas

  https://veinscarolina.com/what-is-venous-eczema/

  Venous eczema, also known as varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis, is a type of eczema that usually occurs in the lower legs. […] Symptoms of venous eczema might include: Itching and tingling of the skin, Tight, thinning skin, giving it a translucent appearance, Skin turns dry and scaly, red spots may form, Discoloration of the skin, which is typically turns reddish brown, Skin begins to thicken, often due to frequent scratching of the area, Large, open sores known as venous ulcers can form around the ankle, Skin may become infected, characterized by oozing pus. […] The most effective treatment for venous eczema is one that is started as early as possible. Recognizing the symptoms of the condition is important if you are going to gain control of your skin changes before they become more serious.

• #108 Symptoms of Venous Eczema

  https://thewhiteleyclinic.co.uk/conditions/venous-eczema/symptoms/

  In order to recognise Venous Eczema, the first thing is to think of it. Any patch of red or roughed or itchy skin on the lower leg or legs might be a symptom of Venous Eczema. It is usually around the ankle or lower leg, due to the fact that the blood falling or ‘refluxing’ down the veins without valves, usually hits this area. Sometimes, especially if there is a very big varicose vein near the surface, a patch of Venous Eczema can appear either directly over or very close to the varicose vein – which might even be on the thigh. […] In a great many people, the eczema is seen but the veins are not. Therefore, if you can’t see varicose veins, it doesn’t mean that it isn’t Venous Eczema. […] If the patch of eczema is over the knee, then it is less likely to be Venous Eczema. If there are patches of eczema elsewhere on the body, especially on the arms or scalp, then the patches on the legs are less likely to be a venous cause. However, they might be – as venous reflux is such a common problem.

• #109 Is Varicose Eczema Serious? | The VeinCare Centre

  https://www.theveincarecentre.co.uk/blog/is-varicose-eczema-serious/

  Varicose eczema is an inflamed area of skin on the leg caused by a fault in the function of the veins under the skin called superficial venous reflux or by a problem in the deep veins following a deep vein thrombosis. Yes, it is a serious condition because it is a warning sign that you are at risk of a leg ulcer. Varicose eczema becomes urgent if symptoms are very troublesome. […] Varicose eczema is caused by a malfunction of the veins of the legs. Blood doesn’t flow normally and the skin does not receive the nutrients and oxygen that it needs to remain healthy. The skin is damaged and responds by becoming inflamed. Inflammation is the body’s normal response to injury. The skin becomes red, itchy and thickened. […] The characteristic feature of varicose eczema is its position on the leg. Nearly all cases of varicose eczema appear around the ankle, just above the ankle bones. So, any patch of dry, scaly, red itchy skin around the ankle should be regarded as varicose eczema until proven otherwise.

• #110 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is caused by increased pressure in the leg veins. […] It is thought that varicose eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Treatment for varicose eczema aims to improve the condition of your skin, treat your symptoms and help improve your circulation (blood flow). […] For many people, this will involve long-term treatment with a combination of emollients (moisturisers), topical corticosteroids, compression stockings. […] There are some steps you can take to reduce the symptoms of varicose eczema and help prevent further problems, such as raising your legs when you are resting, keeping physically active. […] If your skin is inflamed from a flare-up of varicose eczema, your GP may prescribe a topical corticosteroid to quickly reduce the inflammation. […] Medical compression stockings are specially designed to steadily squeeze your legs to help improve your circulation. […] Compression stockings are used to treat varicose eczema and lipodermatosclerosis by improving the flow of blood through your leg veins and reducing the pressure in the veins.

• #111 Varicose Eczema: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/heart-health/varicose-veins-leaflet/varicose-eczema-gravitational-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a tightened skin condition that affects the lower legs, mainly occurring in the elderly. It initially causes your skin on the lower legs to become pale red, and then darker red, often becoming stained brown. With varicose eczema the skin on your lower legs also gets slightly thicker and bumpy. It may be very painful but there may be no pain. Itchiness is also variable from mild to severe. Because your skin is red with varicose eczema, it is often mistaken for an infection. […] Symptoms of varicose eczema may include: The skin looks red and can be slightly shiny (which is why some people mistake varicose eczema for an infection). The skin should feel cool to the touch, not warm. The skin gets flaky and scaly. The skin may also look 'rusty’ or brown in colour. The skin, particularly the skin around your ankle, may feel hard or tight. You can get little raised bumpy 'blisters’ in the skin. Sometimes these are hard; other times they might leak a drop of clear fluid if you press them. Pain and itchiness are variable, ranging from absent to severe. It can feel like your legs are warm, although they are not warm to the touch. Generally it all starts in the skin around the inside of your calf, above your ankle. Some skin may 'break down’ into an ulcer.

• #112 Venous Stasis Dermatitis – Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/venous-stasis-dermatitis

  Swelling around your ankles is often the first sign you’ll notice. It might get better when you sleep and then come back during the day when you’re active again. Your legs might feel heavy when you stand or walk. […] Other symptoms can include: The skin around or above your ankles looks reddish on lighter skin tones or brown, purple, gray, or ashen on darker skin tones. Varicose veins, which look twisted, bulging, and dark purple or blue. Itching. Pain. Sores that ooze, crust, or look scaly. Thickened skin around your ankles or shins. Hair loss on your ankles or shins. […] Venous stasis dermatitis is a condition in which your veins, usually in your lower legs, have trouble pushing blood back to your heart. This causes fluid buildup and blood leakage into the skin, leading to symptoms like swollen ankles, varicose veins, itching, and pain. It’s more common in older adults, especially women and those with circulation issues.

• #113 Eczema – gravitational eczema

  https://www.pcds.org.uk/patient-info-leaflets/eczema-gravitational-eczema

  Gravitational eczema, also known as venous, varicose, or stasis eczema, is the name given to a type of eczema on the lower legs. […] Features of gravitational eczema include any of the following: Often affects both lower legs, although one leg may be affected more than the other. It is usually itchy, and can be dry and scaly, or wet and weepy. Areas of active eczema are pink-red. In skin of colour the affected skin may be darker than the surrounding skin. Brown discoloration is a common feature in many people. […] Gravitational eczema is sometimes incorrectly diagnosed as cellulitis (a skin infection) and treated incorrectly with long courses of antibiotics. […] When small valves in the leg veins stop working properly it becomes difficult for blood to be pushed upwards against gravity and it can leak backwards. This increases pressure in the veins, forcing fluid out into the surrounding tissue, which then triggers inflammation and other features associated with gravitational eczema.

• #114 Importance of distinguishing between cellulitis and varicose eczema of the leg

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1116023/

  Dermatologists often see patients with gravitational (varicose) eczema that has been treated unsuccessfully as cellulitis of the leg on medical or surgical wards. It is important to recognise the difference between these two conditions early. This should reduce morbidity and costs, in terms of the length of stay in hospital and the use of expensive intravenous antibiotics for a condition that is not life threatening and can be cleared with topical steroids in a few days. […] The patient had a five week history of a swollen leg which was also affected by a pruritic rash. The rash was exudative, with papules, vesicles, and crusts. Acute gravitational (varicose) eczema was diagnosed, and her antibiotics were stopped. […] The patient had crusting, scaling, exudative and erythematous patches on the left leg, and a few similar patches on his arms and paraumbilical area. He also had varicose veins. A diagnosis of varicose eczema with secondary dissemination to the arms and abdomen was made.

• #115 Importance of distinguishing between cellulitis and varicose eczema of the leg

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1116023/

  Dermatologists often see patients with gravitational (varicose) eczema that has been treated unsuccessfully as cellulitis of the leg on medical or surgical wards. It is important to recognise the difference between these two conditions early. This should reduce morbidity and costs, in terms of the length of stay in hospital and the use of expensive intravenous antibiotics for a condition that is not life threatening and can be cleared with topical steroids in a few days. […] The patient had a five week history of a swollen leg which was also affected by a pruritic rash. The rash was exudative, with papules, vesicles, and crusts. Acute gravitational (varicose) eczema was diagnosed, and her antibiotics were stopped. […] The patient had crusting, scaling, exudative and erythematous patches on the left leg, and a few similar patches on his arms and paraumbilical area. He also had varicose veins. A diagnosis of varicose eczema with secondary dissemination to the arms and abdomen was made.

• #116 Importance of distinguishing between cellulitis and varicose eczema of the leg

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1116023/

  Although the exact aetiology of varicose eczema is unknown, the disorder is related to varicose veins and a previous history of deep vein thrombosis. […] Crusting or scaling is the most important sign in eczema and this is not seen in cellulitis, where the skin is smooth and shiny. Small blisters (vesicles) are common in eczema. These break down and the serous fluid released dries to form crusts which coalesce. […] Varicose eczema should always be considered in the differential diagnosis of cellulitis of the leg.

• #117 Stasis dermatitis and ulcers: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322896

  Permanent skin changes can occur. The skin may become thick, hard, deeply pigmented, intensely itchy, bumpy, like cobblestones, shrunken on the lower calf. […] Without treatment, stasis dermatitis can worsen and lead to complications that include: chronic leg ulcers, leg wounds that fail to heal, abscesses, persistent itching, permanent skin changes, such as pigmentation and thickening of the skin, cellulitis, a bacterial infection in the deep layers of the skin, contact dermatitis, infection of the bone, known as osteomyelitis. […] There is no cure for stasis dermatitis, but early treatment and preventive measures can stop it from progressing.

• #118 Is Varicose Eczema Serious? | The VeinCare Centre

  https://www.theveincarecentre.co.uk/blog/is-varicose-eczema-serious/

  Varicose eczema should be taken seriously. It is a warning sign that the skin is being damaged by inflammation and if neglected and not treated, varicose eczema will progress to a leg ulcer. […] Initially varicose eczema looks very minor – just a little rash that comes and goes. With time it will get worse and at some stage, it will not only be serious, but it becomes urgent.

• #119 Varicose eczema or stasis dermatitis: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182793

  The initial symptoms are usually mild and include itchiness and irritation. Without treatment, the skin may become painful, swollen, and discolored. In more severe cases, the skin may become scaly and develop sores that weep and crust. […] There is no cure for venous stasis dermatitis, but lifestyle measures may help improve the symptoms and prevent further complications.

• #120 How Does Varicose Eczema Develop? Symptoms & Treatment

  https://www.usaveinclinics.com/blog/varicose-eczema-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/

  Most people understand what eczema is and how it affects the body. […] This may be a type of eczema known as venous stasis dermatitis or varicose eczema. […] As vein disease progresses, the chance of developing varicose eczema also increases. Common symptoms of varicose eczema include skin discoloration, changes in skin texture, and swelling in the lower extremities. […] When left untreated, this can cause the blood to pool under the skin. Varicose eczema is thought to develop due to the immune system reacting to this fluid. Over time, patients may develop skin discoloration, ankle swelling, and painful, itchy rashes. […] Varicose eczema is a complication of vein disease, so any symptoms of vein disease could be considered its early warning signs. […] Without treatment, varicose eczema can lead to the development of open wounds called venous ulcers, which can take months to heal (or not at all).

• #121 Severe Varicose Veins – Symptoms of severe venous insufficiency | Vein Health

  https://www.veinhealth.com.au/severe-varicose-veins/

  With the increased pressure in the capillaries and blood vessels, red blood cells leak out close to the skin surface. The immune system sends inflammatory cells to the leaked red blood cells to start the healing process via a reaction in the skin. However, as the red blood cells continue to leak thanks to venous insufficiency, the inflammation becomes chronic venous eczema. The skin feels irritated, itchy, and the skin can break down and become rough, scaly, with sores forming because of the scratching. These open sores (leg ulcer) can be difficult to heal until the underlying problem of the varicose vein is dealt with. Until then, they can cause infections and be painful. […] Localised or extensive breakdown of the skin barrier, particularly around the ankle region. If left untreated, severe venous disease leads to worsening symptoms in the lower legs, which will ultimately culminate in the development of a venous ulcer. The ulcer may be small or large. Ulcer treatment can be complex and must be managed correctly, with a combination of conservative and medical interventions by a phlebologist.

• #122 Stasis Dermatitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | National Eczema Association

  https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/types-of-eczema/stasis-dermatitis/

  Stasis dermatitis can affect the feet or lower legs on one or both sides. It can appear on other parts of the body, but this is uncommon. […] Besides ankle swelling, early signs include orange-brown speckles of discoloration (capillaritis) sometimes called cayenne pepper spots. These spots develop when pressure and swelling cause capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, to burst. […] Other symptoms of stasis dermatitis include: […] – Redness in lighter skin tones that may appear brown, purple, gray or ashen in darker skin tones […] – Itching […] – Scaling […] – Dryness […] – A heavy or achy feeling after long periods of sitting or standing […] If stasis dermatitis goes untreated, swelling can move beyond the ankle to the calf and skin can become shiny. Open sores, called venous ulcers, can form on the lower legs and tops of feet. These ulcers can bleed, ooze and leave scars once they’ve healed. Severe stasis dermatitis can cause permanent skin changes, including thickening, hardening, darkening or a bumpy, cobblestone-like appearance.

• #123 Diagnosing and treating venous eczema | Nursing Times

  https://www.nursingtimes.net/dermatology/diagnosing-and-treating-venous-eczema-30-11-2016/

  Venous eczema is common in older people and thought to affect 20% of those aged 70 and over. […] Venous eczema is a non-infectious inflammatory condition that affects the skin of the lower legs. […] A round 10% of people with varicose veins (C2 disease in the CEAP classification) develop C4 skin changes, which can include venous eczema. […] When eczema is present, the skin is usually dry and can be red, cracked, inflamed, itchy and scaly. […] Chronic eczema causes skin changes, such as dryness, thickening, scaling and cracking. […] In patients with venous eczema, emollient therapy combined with gentle skin cleansing is essential to maintain skin health. […] Steroids are an essential aspect of treatment in severe venous eczema. […] If not managed well, venous eczema can lead to dry, thickened, scaly and cracked skin that can become infected. […] People with venous eczema often have swollen, aching and/or throbbing legs because the pumping action in the veins is ineffective. […] The symptoms and complications of venous eczema have a negative effect on quality of life.

• #124 Is Varicose Eczema Serious? | The VeinCare Centre

  https://www.theveincarecentre.co.uk/blog/is-varicose-eczema-serious/

  Varicose eczema is an inflamed area of skin on the leg caused by a fault in the function of the veins under the skin called superficial venous reflux or by a problem in the deep veins following a deep vein thrombosis. Yes, it is a serious condition because it is a warning sign that you are at risk of a leg ulcer. Varicose eczema becomes urgent if symptoms are very troublesome. […] Varicose eczema is caused by a malfunction of the veins of the legs. Blood doesn’t flow normally and the skin does not receive the nutrients and oxygen that it needs to remain healthy. The skin is damaged and responds by becoming inflamed. Inflammation is the body’s normal response to injury. The skin becomes red, itchy and thickened. […] The characteristic feature of varicose eczema is its position on the leg. Nearly all cases of varicose eczema appear around the ankle, just above the ankle bones. So, any patch of dry, scaly, red itchy skin around the ankle should be regarded as varicose eczema until proven otherwise.

• #125 Are You Sure It’s Not Varicose Eczema?

  https://www.arlingtonveininstitute.com/post/are-you-sure-it-s-not-varicose-eczema

  Many people experience persistent itching, redness, or dry skin on their lower legs and assume its just a rash or dry skin. However, if these symptoms are accompanied by swelling, skin discoloration, or even open sores, you may actually be dealing with varicose eczema, also known as stasis dermatitis. This condition is often a sign of underlying vein disease and requires proper diagnosis and treatment. […] Varicose eczema is a skin condition that occurs when poor circulation leads to increased pressure in the veins of the lower legs. This pressure causes fluid to leak into the surrounding tissues, leading to inflammation and irritation. Over time, this can cause the skin to become discolored, thickened, and prone to sores or ulcers. […] Signs Symptoms of Varicose Eczema: Itching, redness, or irritation on the lower legs; Dry, scaly, or cracked skin; Swelling in the ankles or lower legs; Brownish discoloration of the skin; Development of open sores or ulcers. […] Many people dismiss varicose eczema as a simple skin condition, but it is a warning sign of underlying venous insufficiency. If left untreated, it can progress to more severe complications such as venous ulcers, which are difficult to heal and can significantly impact your quality of life.

• #126

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #127 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #128 Varicose Eczema | What’s Varicose Eczema & How Is It Treated?

  https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk/eczema-dermatitis/guides/what-is-varicose-eczema

  Varicose eczema is a long-lasting or recurring skin condition thats common among people with varicose veins and older persons roughly 70% of people aged over 70 have varicose eczema. […] Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that causes itchy, swollen, dry, flaky, scaly and/or crusty skin on your lower legs. […] Varicose eczema appears as crusty, scaly, flaky, dry, swollen and/or itchy skin. It manifests as brown, red, grey or purple patches on your skin, which can be difficult to see. […] Varicose eczema can cause your legs to swell up, leading to swollen and enlarged veins. This is particularly true after extended periods of standing or at the end of the day. […] These are some of the other common symptoms of varicose eczema: Eczema on other parts of your body, White scars (atrophie blanche), Hardened skin, Tender skin, Tight skin, Pain.

• #129

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema, also known as venous, gravitational or stasis eczema, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It’s common in people with varicose veins. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] The affected skin can change colour and become: itchy and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly, crusty or blistered. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they are more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially at the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as: tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] If varicose eczema is not treated, leg ulcers can develop. These are wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #130 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins. […] Like all types of eczema, the affected skin becomes itchy, red and swollen, dry and flaky, scaly or crusty. […] There may be periods when these symptoms improve and periods when they become more severe. […] Your legs may become swollen, especially towards the end of the day or after long periods of standing. Varicose veins (swollen and enlarged veins) are often visible on the legs. […] Some people also have other symptoms, such as brown discolouration of the skin, red, tender and tight skin that can eventually become hardened (lipodermatosclerosis), small, white scars (atrophie blanche), pain, eczema affecting other parts of the body. […] Left untreated, leg ulcers can develop. These are long-lasting wounds that form where the skin has become damaged.

• #131 Varicose eczema | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/varicose-eczema/

  Varicose eczema is caused by increased pressure in the leg veins. […] It is thought that varicose eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid. […] Varicose eczema tends to be a long-term problem. However, treatments are available to help keep it under control. […] Treatment for varicose eczema aims to improve the condition of your skin, treat your symptoms and help improve your circulation (blood flow). […] For many people, this will involve long-term treatment with a combination of emollients (moisturisers), topical corticosteroids, compression stockings. […] There are some steps you can take to reduce the symptoms of varicose eczema and help prevent further problems, such as raising your legs when you are resting, keeping physically active. […] If your skin is inflamed from a flare-up of varicose eczema, your GP may prescribe a topical corticosteroid to quickly reduce the inflammation. […] Medical compression stockings are specially designed to steadily squeeze your legs to help improve your circulation. […] Compression stockings are used to treat varicose eczema and lipodermatosclerosis by improving the flow of blood through your leg veins and reducing the pressure in the veins.

• #132 Symptoms & Treatment of dermatitis is inflammation of the skin

  https://legsmatter.org/information-and-support/skin-concerns/dermatitis-dry-and-itchy-skin/

  Varicose eczema is usually red and very itchy with scaly patches. Sometimes you may have patches that are also weeping or notice reddish brown staining above your ankle. […] Varicose eczema is a common cause of eczema on the lower leg which happens when high pressure in the veins in the legs pushes our blood into the skin tissue. This causes irritation. Not all dermatitis on legs is varicose eczema. […] Varicose eczema is a lifelong condition where the underlying cause (high pressure in the veins) needs managing long term, usually with compression hosiery or socks. […] Left untreated, varicose eczema can worsen and is at risk of becoming infected. If it is varicose eczema (not all dermatitis on legs is varicose eczema), you need to be offered the treatments above.

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