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How Can Livedo Reticularis Be Treated?

I wwas prescribed propanolol for anxiety instead of ativan which I wanted (small dose, small number of pills). Vascular doctors thinks perhaps livedo reticularis. Web MD says constriction of blood vessels of the extremities--severe--from this drug. What is thetreatment? It will not go away )(total pills taken 28 in one month 10 mg each.
Mon, 22 May 2017
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Hi, thank you for using Healthcare Magic.

I understand your concern, I do believe that you have done so many web research about this condition.

Livedo reticularis is caused by dilation of the capillary vessels and the accumulation of fluid in the veins (vein stasis). However, this vasculitis is usually a symptom not only in the skin, but is felt throughout the body, because the disorder lies in the blood vessels.

Symptoms are widespread:
1. Fever,
2. Weakness,
3. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye, muscle and joint pain, etc.

I suggest you to meet the dermatologist. Appropriate medical care can be initiated to the affected patients on the basis of the results acquired from the diagnostic tests and exams. The etiology of the condition is instrumental for treatment. Since the disease does not cause harmless skin tone, no treatment is required. However, if the condition is accompanied by swelling or ulcers, then the doctor will check and provide the appropriate treatment for you.

For people suffering from chronic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed to reduce swelling. Anticoagulants are given depending on the symptoms of the patient. Some people will be given corticosteroid injections to cure swelling.

Doing regular exercise can improve blood circulation and help dilation of blood vessels. Avoid leaving the house barefoot in cold weather.


You also need to know that delayed treatment may cause complications like thrombohemorrhagic and thrombocytosis disorder. Patients with antiphopholipids sometimes will be given h4 low-dose aspirin and hydroxychloroquine. Plasmapheresis could be carried out for cryoglobulinaemia.

Hope this answer helps you.
Take Care.
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How Can Livedo Reticularis Be Treated?

Hi, thank you for using Healthcare Magic. I understand your concern, I do believe that you have done so many web research about this condition. Livedo reticularis is caused by dilation of the capillary vessels and the accumulation of fluid in the veins (vein stasis). However, this vasculitis is usually a symptom not only in the skin, but is felt throughout the body, because the disorder lies in the blood vessels. Symptoms are widespread: 1. Fever, 2. Weakness, 3. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye, muscle and joint pain, etc. I suggest you to meet the dermatologist. Appropriate medical care can be initiated to the affected patients on the basis of the results acquired from the diagnostic tests and exams. The etiology of the condition is instrumental for treatment. Since the disease does not cause harmless skin tone, no treatment is required. However, if the condition is accompanied by swelling or ulcers, then the doctor will check and provide the appropriate treatment for you. For people suffering from chronic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed to reduce swelling. Anticoagulants are given depending on the symptoms of the patient. Some people will be given corticosteroid injections to cure swelling. Doing regular exercise can improve blood circulation and help dilation of blood vessels. Avoid leaving the house barefoot in cold weather. You also need to know that delayed treatment may cause complications like thrombohemorrhagic and thrombocytosis disorder. Patients with antiphopholipids sometimes will be given h4 low-dose aspirin and hydroxychloroquine. Plasmapheresis could be carried out for cryoglobulinaemia. Hope this answer helps you. Take Care.