@artist01 - I’m so sorry to hear about the DVP and stroke!!
I assume that the prednisone for GCA didn’t help your legs much?
Also, I’m a controlled diabetic too with a fairly recent development of lower extremity venous stasis. Some days my lower legs look like shiny tree trunks! I’m not very consistent in wearing compression stockings- they do help.
I saw a vascular surgeon for an opinion- this popped up out of the blue. Using compression stockings helps the lower leg return the blood to the heart plus prevents DVT.
If you haven’t done so yet, have your lower extremity arterial and venous blood flow evaluated. Being a diabetic adds another factor to worry about.
I’m like you- something new happens and I don’t know if it’s autoimmune related or not.
Don’t worry about what people on Connect think about you having several autoimmune diseases in addition to other illnesses- that’s why we are all here! We are able to discuss a variety of problems and compare symptoms and outcomes.