Livedo Reticularis
Livedo reticularis is a skin pattern in the shape of a purplish net or mesh that appears on the skin, generally on the legs and arms, due to changes in the circulation of the small vessels.
Why does it appear? It can arise as a normal response to cold or reflect changes in the blood flow of the skin's capillaries. In some cases it is associated with other conditions of the vessels or the immune system.
Signs to watch for: If the pattern is persistent, is accompanied by pain or ulcers, or does not disappear when warming up, it deserves a review.
Who evaluates it? The dermatologist studies the characteristics of the skin, and the vascular surgeon analyzes the circulation when a vessel origin is suspected. Coming in for a consultation helps distinguish a benign phenomenon from one that requires follow-up.
Specialties that treat livedo reticularis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in livedo reticularis
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dra. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dra. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Guillermo Leopoldo Ruiz
Dra. García Ruiz María Teresa
Dr. Tomas Rangel Piza
Dra. Veronica Ramírez Cisneros
Dr. Yvette Fernández Camacho
Dra. Juana Ma Portugal Rodriguez
Dra. Patricia Aidé López Olmos
Dra. Leticia Vergara Takahashi
Dra. Andrea Romo López
Dra. Rosa Maria Gutierrez Vidrio
Dr. Venegas Griselda Membrillo
Dr. Juan Colín Fuentes
Dra. Claudia Mónica Vargas Salinas
Dra. Angélica Beirana Palencia
Dr. Gilberto Adame Miranda
Dr. Ismael Cheng Flores
Frequently asked questions
What is livedo reticularis?
Livedo reticularis is a skin pattern in the shape of a purplish net or mesh that appears on the skin, generally on the legs and arms, due to changes in the circulation of the small vessels.
Which doctor treats livedo reticularis?
Livedo Reticularis is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, dermatologist, vascular surgeon.