The danger of a disease such as vasculitis of the lower extremities is that it has a protracted course. Inflammation leads to a number of complications that can even kill a person, despite careful treatment.
What causes the disease?
Vasculitis of blood vessels occurs due to disorders in the human immune system. Often the onset of the disease is preceded by other inflammatory infections, such as sinusitis, adnexitis or allergic dermatitis. There are cases of vasculitis after the flu or sore throat.
Causes of the disease can also be:
- intolerance to medicines (antibiotics, vitamins);
- frequent hypothermia of the body;
- trauma to the thyroid gland or brain;
- chronic foci of infection (caries, stomach ulcer, rheumatism).
Manifestations of an evil ailment
Vasculitis of the lower extremities occurs due to the formation of immune complexes that settle on the walls of blood vessels. The disease is manifested by a symmetrical rash on the legs in the form of hemorrhagic spots. Then the spots turn into bubbles with bloody contents inside. With untimely treatment, the blisters turn into ulcers that heal for a long time.
Against the background of the rash, moderate fever, fatigue, muscle pain, and itching of the affected skin appear. Vasculitis of the lower extremities often spreads to other organs, so it is necessary to undergo a full examination after visiting a dermatologist.
Treatment must be started on time
In such cases, the doctor will recommend that you be hospitalized in a hospital, but you can recover as an outpatient. How is vasculitis of the lower extremities treated? Treatment is based on the exclusion of an allergenic factor and the use of antihistamines (Diphenhydramine, Suprastin). Blood vessel fortifying agents, such as rutin and ascorbic acid, are also prescribed. In severe vasculitis, corticosteroids and antibiotics are administered intravenously.
The rash is lubricated with Troxevasin ointment or other anti-inflammatory drugs. It is not excluded the intake of vitamin complexes or dietary supplements. After recovery, once every six months it is necessary to visit a dermatologist and undergo a comprehensive examination.
Special treatment recommendations
Vasculitis of the lower extremities is treated not only with drugs, diet and physiotherapy exercises are of great importance. It is necessary to exclude from the diet all foods that can cause allergies (citrus fruits, coffee, canned food, etc.). It is best if the food will be in small portions, but often.
It is recommended 2 times a day to exercise and breathing exercises. Light self-massage of the feet and ankles is a mandatory course of treatment.
Prevention of vasculitis
Preventive measures of vasculitis of the lower extremities include:
- rejection of bad habits that contribute to narrowing of blood vessels;
- maintaining a mobile and proper lifestyle;
- dressing according to the weather;
- timely rehabilitation of chronic foci of infection;
- hardening of the body.