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Have Hyperpigmentation, Pain And Swelling On Lower Legs And Forearms. What Is This?
Hyper-pigmentation noted on lower legs and forearms appeared suddenly. At the end of a 12hr shift my thighs and upper legs become mottled and the brown spots on midcalf to ankle are exaggerated. My legs and feet are swollen and they hurt, there s tautness at the lateral ankles. Do I need to see a cardiologist? What is this?
Wed, 3 Jul 2013
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Thanks for the query.
hyperpigmentation with pain and swelling denotes vascular insufficiency.
You need to meet a vascular surgeon.
A doppler of veins may be required.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.
http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-rahul-kumar/64818
Wishing you a good health.
Thank you
Thanks for the query.
hyperpigmentation with pain and swelling denotes vascular insufficiency.
You need to meet a vascular surgeon.
A doppler of veins may be required.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.
http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-rahul-kumar/64818
Wishing you a good health.
Thank you
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