Varicose eczema on the legs, as a complication of phlebological diseases

Varicose( venous) eczema is a chronic disease of the skin on the legs. In another way, the pathology is called stagnant dermatitis or hyperemic eczema. The disease provokes stagnation of blood in the lower limbs due to inadequate blood circulation.

Plots of eczema occur around varicose veins - the skin in the affected area itches and flakes.

The disease affects patients with varicose veins or after an operation to eliminate thrombosis. Varicose eczema appears as a result of strong pressure in the veins due to the weakening of the valves.

Thus, the blood does not just stagnate, but also departs in the opposite direction. At the same time, edema on the legs appears, and the liquid from the blood cells "flows" under the skin. In this place, inflammation of the skin comes, and eczema appears.

Causes of the disease

The most common cause of varicose eczema on the limbs is varicose veins - this is the main factor in the onset of this disease. Varicose veins usually haunt middle-aged and older people, but there are cases of it occurring at a young and even adolescent age.

Venous eczema can affect a patient who has undergone phlebitis, deep venous thrombosis and varicose veins. Often this pathology occurs in pregnant women due to hormonal changes in the body.

If a person has varicose veins, the appearance of eczema can trigger stress, a neurotic condition, a viral infection or a fungal attack. Also among the reasons include the impact of the external environment, for example, an allergy to hygiene products, cosmetics, clothing.

Varicose eczema on the legs in the advanced stage

Symptomatic and manifestations of

Varicose eczema often occurs on the skin in the ankle. The first signs of it are small puffiness, mild itching and pigmentation of the skin on the site of swollen veins.

Since the skin in this place has become thin, it is easy to injure when combing, the surface bleeds, changes color - first there is a slight reddening, then the skin becomes crimson or brown. If the disease is not treated, then the lesion proceeds to the middle of the shin.

In this case, rashes occur in the form of blisters with liquid contents that burst and release a serous fluid. It dries up and a crust is formed, and the skin becomes denser and becomes folded over time. The launched form of varicose eczema is the sclerosis of the skin and subcutaneous cells, the rash of abscesses and ulcers, pain and swelling of the legs, skin ulceration.

Patient examination and therapy

There is no method for diagnosing varicose eczema - the doctor diagnoses after examining the patient and studying the medical history. Additionally, laboratory tests, an allergy test may be prescribed to clarify the clinical analysis.

As the basis of diagnosis is the identification of the underlying disease that has served the development of varicose veins. To determine the cause of stagnation of blood in the veins, the stage of the disease is prescribed: ultrasound dopplerography, radiopaque phlebography and some other studies.

Treatment of varicose eczema on the legs is aimed primarily at optimizing blood flow and improving the skin condition of the patient.

The main goal is to eliminate the underlying disease, which led to the appearance of pathology. The disease is treated with traditional therapy and aids. It is prescribed only by a doctor depending on the form and severity of the disease.

Medication treatment

Treatment is performed according to the traditional method using the following groups of drugs:

1. ASB88SD phlebotonics - used to eliminate venous insufficiency( Detralex, Venoruton, Troxevasin, Escuzan).
2. Diuretics - are designed to remove swelling and eliminate excess fluid( Furosemide, Mannit, Indapamide).
3. Antihistamines - are prescribed to relieve inflammation and itching( Diazolin, Suprastin, Clarotadine, Lomelan).
4. Antibiotics - in rare cases used for the treatment of pustular infections( Suprax, Amoxicillin, Azitrox, Rulid).

To remove the itch, sedatives are prescribed, soothing the nervous system - hawthorn and valerian are very effective. Local preparations are selected depending on the form of the lesion of the skin.

If eczema is wetting, then drying cream with a disinfectant is prescribed. The dry nature of eczema is treated with the help of creams on a fatty basis. To remove the itching and inflammation apply Elokom or Lokoid - they have positively proven themselves in eliminating these problems.

Physiotherapy

In the treatment of varicose eczema, physiotherapy shows positive results. The treatment method is chosen by the phlebologist in conjunction with the physiotherapist.

The most effective physiotherapeutic procedures: electrophoresis, hydrotherapy, intermittent pneumocompression, oxygen baths, ozone therapy, ultraviolet irradiation, laser and magnetic field effects and others.

Using traditional medicine

In the early stages of the disease can help folk medicine:

1. Fresh potatoes .Grate the root on the grater, as small as possible, and attach the resulting gruel to the affected area, cover it with gauze in several layers. When the gauze dries, moisten it with the juice of the potatoes, replace the gruel with fresh. Do this until you feel the improvement.
2. Wormwood .To grind a tablespoon of flowers and leaves of wormwood and mix the slurry with a glass of natural sour cow dairy .Put this mixture on a layer of gauze, 0.5 cm thick and attach to the affected area of ​​the skin. To conduct such procedures for 4 days, after a while you can repeat.
3. Cabbage .Cabbage leaf slightly discouraged, so that it became soft and put on a sore spot, fixing it with a bandage. To wear such a compress should be 2-3 days, then change it. Apply cabbage leaf before improvement.
4. Egg Ointment .Boil 6 eggs - boil them for at least 15 minutes. Separate the yolks from the proteins, put them on a needle or a spoke and hold over the fire until the liquid substance begins to drip from it. Collect it and lubricate affected areas of varicose eczema.

Doctors' advice

To improve the circulation of blood and depending on the particular course of the disease, the doctor can recommend wearing a compression knit: stocking or golf.

You should wear them all day long, take off only to wash yourself. Also it is necessary to go to bed with slightly raised legs up - under the feet put a cushion or pillow. To strengthen muscle tissue and exclude blood stasis, you should engage in exercise therapy.

There is danger!

Varicose eczema is a complication of the disease that occurs with chronic circulatory disorders in the legs, if it is not treated or does not do so correctly, blisters or ulcers will appear on the lesions.

Skin will become rough, severe itching and pain begin. The further ignoring of the disease leads to the formation of crusts and scales on the coarse skin, the appearance of folds and cracks in the affected area and, finally, the appearance of ulcers and abscesses.

Bacteria that can complicate the treatment of eczema can get into the formed wounds, and the lesion will become larger. The positive quality of this disease is that it is not transmitted by tactile contact from person to person.

For prophylaxis of

Prophylactic actions should be aimed at timely treatment of varicose veins and improvement of blood circulation in the legs.

To do this, you need to move more, walk, carry out feasible physical activities. You should not wear stockings, socks, tights made of synthetic materials, and shoes with high heels.

Detergents that dry the skin should be avoided - it is better to use a special soap or a water-based cream. Proper nutrition and intake of vitamin-mineral complexes will help improve the supply of oxygen and nutrients to skin cells.

Observance of rules and advice from doctors will benefit the body, help to avoid varicose veins and stagnant dermatitis.