Does anyone have brown patches on their legs between ankles and knees

Posted by llg @llg, Sep 26, 2023

I have asked neurologists, dermatologists etc. if anything can be done to soften the appearance of these discolored areas on my legs. Most doctors feel it is caused by poor circulation. They suggest wearing thigh high compression hose. That will help the circulation, but not the appearance of my legs.

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bimshire | @bimshire | Oct 30, 2023

In reply to @johnbishop "I cover mine up with compression socks 🙃 not that it makes them look any better...." + (show)

Thank you for sharing this link. I found it very helpful and am amazed that it was never explained to me by my doctor. I will be asking this question this week. Best wishes to my fellow sufferers.

vtsnowbird | @vtsnowbird | Nov 1, 2023

In reply to @eva1930 "Ys I have them on. Both my legs and some on my arms. I am 88..." + (show)

I have them from ankles to below knees and I don’t think this is normal. I’m 86. Any expert opinions?

jenatsky | @jenatsky | Nov 6, 2023

It’s been shown that people with underlying chronic venous insufficiency in their lower extremities can have excess secretion of melanin or skin discoloration. In any case you should have it checked out.

herbalist | @herbalist | Sep 28 11:44am

Buy OTC "DerMend" moisturizing bruise formula - it works!

bettyg81pain | @bettyg81pain | Sep 29 6:54am

I have the same problem. Legs look terrible!!

marieltha | @marieltha | Oct 6 7:28am

Derm recommends Cerave Psoriasis lotion in a pump container. Seems to help. It has several ingredients that make them fade and is very moisturizing (unlike the plain salicylic acid ones that I find drying and aggravating). I usually just put it on the spots/areas, let it dry, and use a regular moisturizer/spf over that. Sometimes I just use this before bed but 2x day fades the spots faster.
I also use an SPF that has both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide as I find the white cast covers them a bit. LOL. I prefer Eucerin or Cerave as they moisturize and don't bother sensitive skin.
Dermablend has excellent makeup, concealers, etc. Really stays on. Sometimes I have to use makeup remover to get it off. These products really do conceal.

felicelinda | @felicelinda | Oct 7 11:07am

You might have chronic venous insufficiency. I just read something on the Cleveland Clinic website. Go on Google and look up chronic venous insufficiency. Reddish brown discoloration of skin is mentioned. Good luck🤞