Stasis Dermatitis
What is Stasis Dermatitis
Stasis dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that usually occurs on the lower legs, often due to poor blood circulation (venous insufficiency).
From a homeopathic perspective, stasis dermatitis reflects the body’s weakened circulation and local tissue congestion, with the vital force showing symptoms on the skin. Homeopathy focuses on improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and supporting constitutional balance.
कारण
- Chronic venous insufficiency (weak leg veins, varicose veins)
- History of blood clots (DVT)
- Heart disease or edema
- Obesity or prolonged standing
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- Trauma or injury to lower legs
लक्षण
- Redness, swelling, and itching of lower legs
- Brownish or reddish discoloration due to long-standing fluid retention
- Dry, flaky, or scaly skin
- Pain, heaviness, or aching in legs
- Open sores or ulcers in advanced cases
- Crusting or oozing from skin lesions in chronic stages
Homeopathic Understanding
Stasis dermatitis is seen as a constitutional weakness of the venous system, leading to local skin manifestations.
Homeopathy aims to improve blood circulation, reduce inflammation, and strengthen tissue resilience.
Remedies are chosen based on skin appearance, type of lesion, aggravating/relieving factors, and the patient’s overall constitution.
Local homeopathic applications may relieve itching, redness, and oozing, while constitutional treatment helps prevent progression and recurrence.
होम्योपैथिक उपचार
- Arnica montana:
- Useful when there is bruising, trauma, or swelling
- Heaviness or soreness in the legs
2. Calcarea fluorica:
- Chronic, hard, or thickened skin with varicose veins
- Slow healing of lesions
3. Hamamelis virginiana:
- Venous congestion, bruised feeling, swelling, and redness
- Useful in chronic leg issues
4. Ratanhia:
- Skin ulceration, oozing, and burning pain
- Useful in chronic dermatitis with slow healing
5. Hepar sulphuris:
- Sensitive, suppurating, or crusted lesions
- Painful, itchy eruptions
6. Sulphur:
- Chronic itching, redness, and dry or scaly skin
- Patients may be warm-blooded and prone to recurrent flare-ups
सावधानियां
- Elevate legs when resting to reduce swelling
- Wear compression stockings if recommended
- Avoid prolonged standing or sitting
- Keep legs clean, moisturized, and free from trauma
- Avoid scratching to prevent infection
- Homeopathy supports circulation, tissue repair, and constitutional health, helping prevent progression to ulcers
