Dermatitis is defined as inflammation of the skin. There are several types of dermatitis. They include atopic, contact, seborrheic, stasis, neurodermatitis, and hand dermatitis.

Stasis dermatitis is inflammation of the skin on the lower extremities. It is caused by poor circulation, which is usually in the lower legs. Venous insufficiency is a condition where the veins have trouble sending blood back to the heart, which can lead to stasis dermatitis. The poor circulation is a result of a condition called venous insufficiency. The blood collects in the veins of the lower leg causing leakage of blood cells and fluid into tissues and the skin leading to itching and inflammation. Other causes are varicose veins and congestive heart failure. As people get older, the conditions causing stasis dermatitis develop or progress. Deep vein thrombosis in your leg, Traumatic injury to lower legs, and surgery such as using a leg vein for bypass surgery are causes that are unrelated to age. High blood pressure, kidney failure, obesity, and a blood clot in …show more content…
It may also include symptoms of venous insufficiency. These symptoms include calf pain, leg swelling, dull ache in legs, bumpy appearance of the skin, and pain that is worse when standing. Early stages may cause the skin on your legs to appear thin and may itch. Itching will make the skin worse and will cause the skin to crack resulting in the fluid to come out. These changes can lead to lipodermatosclerosis, which is permanent.This is when your skin hardens, thickens, and may turn dark brown. These symptoms can involve the lower leg and up to the knee. On the inside part of the ankle, an ulcer or sore may form at the final stages of stasis dermatitis. You should be aware of signs of infection, pain, redness, drainage, and open sores or ulcers. If you see any of these, you should consult your doctor for treatment and