Leg Discoloration
Venous stasis dermatitis, or darkening of skin on of the lower legs, is a common sign of underlying vein disease (even if varicose veins are not present). The change in pigmentation to a dark color usually occurs around the feet or ankles. It can be a sign of a potentially more advanced disease and can lead to thinning of the skin and even eventual ulceration.
Signs of Venous Stasis Dermatitis
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- skin around the ankles has a looks reddish, yellowish or a brown color.
- associated swelling around the ankle area.
- itching/pain.
- a thickening of skin around the ankles or shins.
- hair loss on the ankle or shins in the associated area.
Treatment
The solution is to evaluate the underlying venous disease. The underlying venous disease can be treated by a combination of modalities Radio Frequency Ablation, VenaSeal, Sclerotherapy). Over time, the discoloration will gradually improve and become less noticeable.
