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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Livedo reticularis
			\| image = [[File:Livedo_reticularis_of_left_leg.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Livedo reticularis on the left leg
			\| field = [[Dermatology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Mottled]] purplish discoloration of the skin
			\| complications = [[Ulcer (dermatology)\|Ulceration]], [[gangrene]]
			\| onset = Can be sudden or gradual
			\| duration = Can be temporary or persistent
			\| causes = [[Vasospasm]], [[vascular disease]], [[autoimmune disorders]]
			\| risks = [[Cold exposure]], [[autoimmune disease]], [[vascular disease]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[skin biopsy]]
			\| differential = [[Livedo racemosa]], [[Raynaud's phenomenon]], [[Chilblains]]
			\| treatment = Addressing underlying cause, [[warming the skin]], [[medications]]
			\| medication = [[Vasodilators]], [[anticoagulants]]
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Livedo reticularis''' is a medical condition characterized by a mottled discoloration of the skin, typically in a netlike pattern. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[rheumatologic diseases]], [[vascular diseases]], and [[autoimmune diseases]].		'''Livedo reticularis''' is a medical condition characterized by a mottled discoloration of the skin, typically in a netlike pattern. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[rheumatologic diseases]], [[vascular diseases]], and [[autoimmune diseases]].

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The primary symptom of livedo reticularis is a reddish-blue, netlike discoloration of the skin. This discoloration is most commonly seen on the legs, but can also appear on the arms, trunk, and other areas of the body. The discoloration may become more pronounced when the skin is exposed to cold temperatures.		The primary symptom of livedo reticularis is a reddish-blue, netlike discoloration of the skin. This discoloration is most commonly seen on the legs, but can also appear on the arms, trunk, and other areas of the body. The discoloration may become more pronounced when the skin is exposed to cold temperatures.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Livedo reticularis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:		Livedo reticularis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:

	* [[Rheumatologic diseases]] such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] and [[lupus]]		* [[Rheumatologic diseases]] such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] and [[lupus]]
	* [[Vascular diseases]] such as [[vasculitis]] and [[Raynaud's disease]]		* [[Vascular diseases]] such as [[vasculitis]] and [[Raynaud's disease]]
	* [[Autoimmune diseases]] such as [[antiphospholipid syndrome]]		* [[Autoimmune diseases]] such as [[antiphospholipid syndrome]]
	* Certain medications, including [[amantadine]] and [[minocycline]]		* Certain medications, including [[amantadine]] and [[minocycline]]

	In some cases, livedo reticularis may be idiopathic, meaning its cause is unknown.		In some cases, livedo reticularis may be idiopathic, meaning its cause is unknown.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of livedo reticularis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include blood tests, skin biopsies, and imaging studies.		Diagnosis of livedo reticularis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include blood tests, skin biopsies, and imaging studies.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for livedo reticularis depends on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the symptoms of livedo reticularis. In other cases, treatment may involve medications to improve blood flow, such as [[aspirin]] or [[pentoxifylline]].		Treatment for livedo reticularis depends on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the symptoms of livedo reticularis. In other cases, treatment may involve medications to improve blood flow, such as [[aspirin]] or [[pentoxifylline]].

	== See also ==		== See also ==

	* [[Cutis marmorata]]		* [[Cutis marmorata]]
	* [[Erythema ab igne]]		* [[Erythema ab igne]]
	* [[Livedoid vasculopathy]]		* [[Livedoid vasculopathy]]

	[[Category:Dermatologic terminology]]		[[Category:Dermatologic terminology]]
	[[Category:Vascular-related cutaneous conditions]]		[[Category:Vascular-related cutaneous conditions]]
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	[[Category:Vascular diseases]]		[[Category:Vascular diseases]]

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'''Livedo reticularis''' is a medical condition characterized by a mottled discoloration of the skin, typically in a netlike pattern. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[rheumatologic diseases]], [[vascular diseases]], and [[autoimmune diseases]].

== Symptoms ==

The primary symptom of livedo reticularis is a reddish-blue, netlike discoloration of the skin. This discoloration is most commonly seen on the legs, but can also appear on the arms, trunk, and other areas of the body. The discoloration may become more pronounced when the skin is exposed to cold temperatures.

== Causes ==

Livedo reticularis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:

* [[Rheumatologic diseases]] such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] and [[lupus]]
* [[Vascular diseases]] such as [[vasculitis]] and [[Raynaud's disease]]
* [[Autoimmune diseases]] such as [[antiphospholipid syndrome]]
* Certain medications, including [[amantadine]] and [[minocycline]]

In some cases, livedo reticularis may be idiopathic, meaning its cause is unknown.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of livedo reticularis typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include blood tests, skin biopsies, and imaging studies.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for livedo reticularis depends on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the symptoms of livedo reticularis. In other cases, treatment may involve medications to improve blood flow, such as [[aspirin]] or [[pentoxifylline]].

== See also ==

* [[Cutis marmorata]]
* [[Erythema ab igne]]
* [[Livedoid vasculopathy]]

[[Category:Dermatologic terminology]]
[[Category:Vascular-related cutaneous conditions]]
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]]
[[Category:Rheumatology]]
[[Category:Vascular diseases]]

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