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Originally Posted by Idiopathic PN
Gerry,
I read online about the Statis Dermatatis. I don't have swelling. Although i am not sure if the pain that gets worse when standing or the dull ache I feel is from the neuropathy or from this Statis. Mine is not bumpy or cobblestone looking skin and I don't have skin sores, I guess this would come in due time.
I have problems with varicose veins, but the 2 symmetrical discolorations in my ankles are in the areas where there are no signs of overt veins.
What treatment did you have for this condition? It says online that it is related to heart problem....
Mary
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I do not have the sores; but their is the discoloration with some pinkish spots under the skin. This started after I had a surgical procedure for my bladder which also caused edema; not necessarily form the Stasis. This was about four or five years ago. The discoloration started very slowly.
Becuase of the PN cannot use any hose for the edema (use med for edema). I use Lubriderm lotion on my feet, ankles(sometimes vaseline on the ankles) and legs every a.m. after washing. This seems to keep the skin smoother and prevent inflamation/sores.
I saw a dermatologist who diagnosed the Stasis. She did give me a prescription; but not good for the PN burning so just stay with the lotion/vaseline. At first I thought it was the Stasis causing the burning pain; but my internist said this was all from the PN. The discoloration can be embarrassing.
The swelling/edema can be related for some to heart problems. I do not have any heart problems.
Gerry