This photograph shows a red to brownish discoloration just above
the ankle, known as stasis dermatitis. It results from decreased
blood flow. This patient is at risk for cellulitis, a deep
infection in the skin.
Review Date: 10/11/2008
Reviewed By: Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease,
Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also
reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
