Skin Disorders

Managing stasis dermatitis on a daily basis will most likely require following a comprehensive treatment plan provided by your doctor. This plan may include elevating the legs above the heart to improve circulation, wearing compression stockings... Full Answer

Stasis dermatitis can cause unpleasant symptoms that affect the legs and feet, including: swelling itching pain sores that heal slowly  In addition, stasis dermatitis can cause patches of skin that are very dry and scaly. The skin may... Full Answer

Stasis dermatitis is a condition in which excess fluid accumulates in a particular area of the body due in large part to poor circulation. This typically occurs in the legs, ankles and feet. Causes include congestive heart failure, hypertension and... Full Answer

You are more at risk for developing stasis dermatitis if you spend much of your day seated and don't get much exercise. Being overweight raises your risk for stasis dermatitis, too. In addition, people who have the following medical conditions... Full Answer

Lipomas are lumps, or growths, that form just beneath the skin. A lipoma is made of fat cells and feels soft to the touch. Although the appearance of a lipoma may be alarming, these growths are not malignant -- that is, they are not a form of... Full Answer

Ganglion cysts are the most common “masses” in the hand and wrist. They are “outpouchings” of a joint and are filled with joint fluid; this fluid looks like colorless, transparent jelly! You might notice that a cysts changes... Full Answer

Most of these do not cause symptoms. Sometimes they can be painful with activity, and rarely, might cause tingling if there is associated pressure on a local nerve.  Full Answer

The condition contact dermatitis is associated with blisters, redness, and itching-but only at the site of exposure from a direct toxin or allergic reaction. You can figure out the trigger by doing your own detective work. Think about a recent change in... Full Answer

The condition pityriasis rosea is a rash that starts as a single, circular area of dry, flaky skin. This original spot is called the "herald" patch, and it commonly starts on the back, chest, upper arms or thighs. In one or two weeks, pink spots will... Full Answer

Doctors diagnose stasis dermatitis by asking questions and examining the skin on the legs, ankles, and feet. A doctor may diagnose stasis dermatitis if you have the following signs and symptoms affecting your lower extremities: swelling and... Full Answer