Condition
Livedo reticularis
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 26 March 20051 min read
Key points
- Idiopathic or primary livedo reticularis is a bluish mottling of the skin, usually on the legs.
- It is associated with enlargement of the blood vessels and may be aggravated by cold exposure.
Alternative names
Idiopathic or primary livedo reticularis
Definition
Idiopathic or primary livedo reticularis is a bluish mottling of the skin, usually on the legs. It is associated with enlargement of the blood vessels and may be aggravated by cold exposure.
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Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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