Stasis excema Flashcards
1
Q
where?
A
lower legs
2
Q
cause?
A
possibly chronic venous hypertension
3
Q
who in?
A
older and F>M
4
Q
look like?
A
inflammation, purpura and pigmentation, Brownish pigmentation (haemosiderin) may be seen in the skin and a venous leg ulcer or varicose veins may be present.
5
Q
contact dermatitis?
A
more common in this
6
Q
treatment?
A
The usual, also consider:
Support stockings or compression bandages, together with leg elevation, help reverse the underlying venous hypertension
