Livedo racemosa
Livedo Racemosa
Livedo racemosa (/liːˈviːdoʊ rəˈsiːmoʊsə/) is a dermatological condition characterized by a mottled discoloration of the skin. The term is derived from the Latin livedo meaning "bluish discoloration of the skin" and racemosa meaning "clustered or bunched".
Symptoms
The primary symptom of livedo racemosa is a persistent, net-like, reddish-blue discoloration of the skin. This discoloration is often more pronounced in cold weather. Other symptoms may include fatigue, joint pain, and neurological symptoms.
Causes
Livedo racemosa is often associated with underlying systemic diseases such as vasculitis, lupus erythematosus, and antiphospholipid syndrome. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of livedo racemosa is primarily based on the characteristic skin appearance. Additional tests may be performed to identify any underlying conditions.
Treatment
Treatment of livedo racemosa focuses on managing the underlying condition. This may involve medication to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Livedo racemosa
- Wikipedia's article - Livedo racemosa
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski