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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Stasis dermatitis
			\| image = [[File:Stasis_dermatitis_(Gravitational_eczema).jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Stasis dermatitis on the lower leg
			\| synonyms = Gravitational dermatitis, venous eczema
			\| field = [[Dermatology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[scaling]], [[hyperpigmentation]], [[ulceration]]
			\| complications = [[Venous ulcer]], [[infection]]
			\| onset = Typically in adults over 50
			\| duration = Chronic
			\| causes = [[Chronic venous insufficiency]]
			\| risks = [[Obesity]], [[sedentary lifestyle]], [[deep vein thrombosis]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Doppler ultrasound]]
			\| differential = [[Cellulitis]], [[contact dermatitis]], [[lipodermatosclerosis]]
			\| treatment = [[Compression therapy]], [[topical corticosteroids]], [[emollients]]
			\| medication = [[Corticosteroids]], [[antihistamines]]
			\| frequency = Common in older adults
			}}
	'''Stasis dermatitis''' is a skin condition that develops in people who have poor circulation. It can be a sign of underlying health problems such as [[congestive heart failure]] and [[deep vein thrombosis]]. Stasis dermatitis primarily affects the lower legs and can cause a range of symptoms, including itching, inflammation, and skin ulcers.		'''Stasis dermatitis''' is a skin condition that develops in people who have poor circulation. It can be a sign of underlying health problems such as [[congestive heart failure]] and [[deep vein thrombosis]]. Stasis dermatitis primarily affects the lower legs and can cause a range of symptoms, including itching, inflammation, and skin ulcers.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Stasis dermatitis is caused by poor circulation in the legs. This can occur as a result of conditions such as [[venous insufficiency]], where the veins in the legs struggle to send blood back to the heart. Other conditions that can lead to stasis dermatitis include [[congestive heart failure]], [[deep vein thrombosis]], and [[varicose veins]].		Stasis dermatitis is caused by poor circulation in the legs. This can occur as a result of conditions such as [[venous insufficiency]], where the veins in the legs struggle to send blood back to the heart. Other conditions that can lead to stasis dermatitis include [[congestive heart failure]], [[deep vein thrombosis]], and [[varicose veins]].

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The symptoms of stasis dermatitis can vary in severity, but often include:		The symptoms of stasis dermatitis can vary in severity, but often include:
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	* Darkened skin		* Darkened skin
	* Skin ulcers		* Skin ulcers

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	A diagnosis of stasis dermatitis is often made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, further tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These can include a [[Doppler ultrasound]] to check blood flow in the legs, and skin biopsies to examine the affected skin under a microscope.		A diagnosis of stasis dermatitis is often made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, further tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These can include a [[Doppler ultrasound]] to check blood flow in the legs, and skin biopsies to examine the affected skin under a microscope.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for stasis dermatitis aims to improve blood flow in the legs and reduce inflammation. This can involve:		Treatment for stasis dermatitis aims to improve blood flow in the legs and reduce inflammation. This can involve:
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	* Leg elevation		* Leg elevation
	* Regular exercise		* Regular exercise

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Preventing stasis dermatitis involves managing the underlying conditions that cause poor circulation. This can include:		Preventing stasis dermatitis involves managing the underlying conditions that cause poor circulation. This can include:
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	* Avoiding standing or sitting for long periods		* Avoiding standing or sitting for long periods
	* Wearing compression stockings		* Wearing compression stockings

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Venous insufficiency]]		* [[Venous insufficiency]]
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	* [[Deep vein thrombosis]]		* [[Deep vein thrombosis]]
	* [[Varicose veins]]		* [[Varicose veins]]

	[[Category:Dermatology]]		[[Category:Dermatology]]
	[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]]		[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]]
	[[Category:Skin conditions]]		[[Category:Skin conditions]]

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'''Stasis dermatitis''' is a skin condition that develops in people who have poor circulation. It can be a sign of underlying health problems such as [[congestive heart failure]] and [[deep vein thrombosis]]. Stasis dermatitis primarily affects the lower legs and can cause a range of symptoms, including itching, inflammation, and skin ulcers.

== Causes ==
Stasis dermatitis is caused by poor circulation in the legs. This can occur as a result of conditions such as [[venous insufficiency]], where the veins in the legs struggle to send blood back to the heart. Other conditions that can lead to stasis dermatitis include [[congestive heart failure]], [[deep vein thrombosis]], and [[varicose veins]].

== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of stasis dermatitis can vary in severity, but often include:
* Itching
* Redness
* Swelling
* Pain
* Darkened skin
* Skin ulcers

== Diagnosis ==
A diagnosis of stasis dermatitis is often made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, further tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These can include a [[Doppler ultrasound]] to check blood flow in the legs, and skin biopsies to examine the affected skin under a microscope.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for stasis dermatitis aims to improve blood flow in the legs and reduce inflammation. This can involve:
* Compression stockings
* Topical corticosteroids
* Antibiotics if there is a secondary infection
* Leg elevation
* Regular exercise

== Prevention ==
Preventing stasis dermatitis involves managing the underlying conditions that cause poor circulation. This can include:
* Regular exercise
* Maintaining a healthy weight
* Avoiding standing or sitting for long periods
* Wearing compression stockings

== See also ==
* [[Venous insufficiency]]
* [[Congestive heart failure]]
* [[Deep vein thrombosis]]
* [[Varicose veins]]

[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]]
[[Category:Skin conditions]]

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