There are times when a patient goes to a dermatologist complaining that he has red spots on his leg. It should be noted that the sources of their occurrence can be of a very different nature. In order to significantly narrow down the diagnostic search for this trouble, we will present several of the most likely causes of its formation.
Why red spots appeared on the leg
1. Dermatitis. It is characterized by the usual inflammation of the skin, which occurs under the direct influence of the external environment (mechanical, chemical or physical impact). Among such stimuli, there are unconditioned (for example, strong alkalis or acids, a burn or frostbite) and conditional, which cause an inflammatory process only in those who are hypersensitive.
2. Allergic reactions. This reason refers to conditional dermatitis. If you have formed a red spot on the skin of your leg after using any lotion, cream, soap, most likelyit contains an allergen to which your body is extremely sensitive. In this case, it is better to refuse to use this remedy.
3. Eczema. Such a skin disease is an inflammation in the form of an acute or chronic non-contagious rash of a neuro-allergic nature. In this case, large red spots on the legs may be accompanied by itching, burning sensation and a tendency to relapse. Eczema can appear due to any external factor (mechanical, chemical, thermal) or internal (diseases of the kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal tract, nervous, endocrine systems, etc.).
4. Mycosis. If you have red spots on your leg, the area of \u200b\u200bwhich increases every day, most likely your body is affected by parasitic fungi. This disease is diagnosed only in the laboratory. If a fungal infection is suspected, an analysis is prescribed, after which treatment is carried out. Modern antifungal drugs are very effective and quickly act on parasites. And in the event that the diagnosis is made by the doctor correctly, then in just a few days you will notice a positive result.
5. Hemangioma. If a small child has red spots on his leg, then this may be a benign tumor, which consists of independently involuting endothelial cells. As a rule, such formations appear in the first days of a baby's life. Hemangioma can only be removed surgically.
6. Phlebeurysm. One of the first signs of such a disease is the appearance of red or burgundy spots on the legs. In this case, a person may feel heaviness and pain in the lower extremities. If you have such symptoms regularly, then it is better to immediately contact a phlebologist. It should be noted: varicose veins are dangerous because, if left untreated or improperly managed, it can easily flow into thrombophlebitis, as a result of which the legs are completely covered with trophic ulcers.
