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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Livedo | |||
| synonyms = Livedo reticularis, Livedo racemosa | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Mottled]] or [[reticular]] pattern on the skin | |||
| complications = [[Ulceration]], [[necrosis]] | |||
| onset = Can be [[acute]] or [[chronic]] | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Vasospasm]], [[vascular]] [[occlusion]] | |||
| risks = [[Autoimmune disorders]], [[antiphospholipid syndrome]], [[cryoglobulinemia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Vasculitis]], [[cholesterol embolism]], [[Raynaud's phenomenon]] | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause, [[vasodilators]], [[anticoagulants]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Livedo''' is a medical term used to describe a mottled reticular pattern on the skin. It is generally a symptom of an underlying condition, rather than a disease in itself. The term "livedo" is derived from the Latin word "lividus", which means "bluish" or "lead-colored". | '''Livedo''' is a medical term used to describe a mottled reticular pattern on the skin. It is generally a symptom of an underlying condition, rather than a disease in itself. The term "livedo" is derived from the Latin word "lividus", which means "bluish" or "lead-colored". | ||
==Types of Livedo== | ==Types of Livedo== | ||
There are two main types of livedo: [[Livedo reticularis]] and [[Livedo racemosa]]. | There are two main types of livedo: [[Livedo reticularis]] and [[Livedo racemosa]]. | ||
'''Livedo reticularis''' is characterized by a reddish-blue, net-like pattern (reticulum) on the skin. It is often seen in the elderly, especially during colder months, and usually disappears with warming. | '''Livedo reticularis''' is characterized by a reddish-blue, net-like pattern (reticulum) on the skin. It is often seen in the elderly, especially during colder months, and usually disappears with warming. | ||
'''Livedo racemosa''' is a more severe form of livedo that does not disappear with warming. It is characterized by a broken, irregular, and branched pattern. This type of livedo is often associated with serious conditions such as [[vasculitis]], [[antiphospholipid syndrome]], and [[Sneddon's syndrome]]. | '''Livedo racemosa''' is a more severe form of livedo that does not disappear with warming. It is characterized by a broken, irregular, and branched pattern. This type of livedo is often associated with serious conditions such as [[vasculitis]], [[antiphospholipid syndrome]], and [[Sneddon's syndrome]]. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Livedo can be caused by a variety of conditions, including: | Livedo can be caused by a variety of conditions, including: | ||
* [[Vasculitis]]: Inflammation of the blood vessels can cause livedo. | * [[Vasculitis]]: Inflammation of the blood vessels can cause livedo. | ||
* [[Antiphospholipid syndrome]]: This is an autoimmune disorder that can cause blood clots and livedo. | * [[Antiphospholipid syndrome]]: This is an autoimmune disorder that can cause blood clots and livedo. | ||
* [[Sneddon's syndrome]]: This is a rare condition characterized by livedo racemosa and strokes. | * [[Sneddon's syndrome]]: This is a rare condition characterized by livedo racemosa and strokes. | ||
* [[Raynaud's disease]]: This condition causes small blood vessels to narrow, leading to livedo. | * [[Raynaud's disease]]: This condition causes small blood vessels to narrow, leading to livedo. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for livedo depends on the underlying cause. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the appearance of livedo. In other cases, livedo may be a chronic condition that cannot be fully treated. | Treatment for livedo depends on the underlying cause. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the appearance of livedo. In other cases, livedo may be a chronic condition that cannot be fully treated. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
* [[Vascular diseases]] | * [[Vascular diseases]] | ||
* [[Autoimmune diseases]] | * [[Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:44, 4 April 2025
| Livedo | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Livedo reticularis, Livedo racemosa |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Mottled or reticular pattern on the skin |
| Complications | Ulceration, necrosis |
| Onset | Can be acute or chronic |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Vasospasm, vascular occlusion |
| Risks | Autoimmune disorders, antiphospholipid syndrome, cryoglobulinemia |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Vasculitis, cholesterol embolism, Raynaud's phenomenon |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause, vasodilators, anticoagulants |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Livedo is a medical term used to describe a mottled reticular pattern on the skin. It is generally a symptom of an underlying condition, rather than a disease in itself. The term "livedo" is derived from the Latin word "lividus", which means "bluish" or "lead-colored".
Types of Livedo[edit]
There are two main types of livedo: Livedo reticularis and Livedo racemosa. Livedo reticularis is characterized by a reddish-blue, net-like pattern (reticulum) on the skin. It is often seen in the elderly, especially during colder months, and usually disappears with warming. Livedo racemosa is a more severe form of livedo that does not disappear with warming. It is characterized by a broken, irregular, and branched pattern. This type of livedo is often associated with serious conditions such as vasculitis, antiphospholipid syndrome, and Sneddon's syndrome.
Causes[edit]
Livedo can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:
- Vasculitis: Inflammation of the blood vessels can cause livedo.
- Antiphospholipid syndrome: This is an autoimmune disorder that can cause blood clots and livedo.
- Sneddon's syndrome: This is a rare condition characterized by livedo racemosa and strokes.
- Raynaud's disease: This condition causes small blood vessels to narrow, leading to livedo.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for livedo depends on the underlying cause. In some cases, treating the underlying condition can help to reduce the appearance of livedo. In other cases, livedo may be a chronic condition that cannot be fully treated.
