Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas?

laura229 · Jun 23rd, 2007, 01:42 AM

My legs and feet (especially my knees and toes) turn purple-ish when I stand or sit. I'm really fair-skinned, so it's REALLY noticeable. Since it's summer, I have to wear shorts and skirts, and it's so embarassing

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When I wake up in the morning, my legs are all one color. Also, if I have my legs elevated, my skin tone is even. I have a mild case of Raynaud's Phenomenon, so I wonder if it's somehow related. I talked to my doctor about it, and she didn't seem worried at all in terms of it posing a health risk...so it's mainly a cosmetic problem.

A little about me that might be applicable to this situation: I don't smoke, drink, or have diabetes. I don't work out regularly, but I do walk all over my college campus every day, so I do get a fair amount of exercise in. I could stand to gain a few pounds, but I'm by no means at an unhealthy weight.

Have any of y'all experienced anything like this? It drives me crazy!

lv-lover · Jun 23rd, 2007, 01:56 AM

Yes, I sometimes eexperience this too, only it's not too noticeable. I think it has something to do with circulation? Not really sure what we could do to fix it though.

Jeunesse · Jun 23rd, 2007, 02:16 AM

Poor circulation

evolkatie · Jun 23rd, 2007, 02:23 AM

by any chance, does diabetes run in your family?

okay i just reread your post..

it's weird how it would discolor so quickly if there wasn't something blocking blood flow.

Amberetta1 · Jun 23rd, 2007, 07:19 AM

It does sound like poor circulation. Have you considered wearing the Teds stockings to improve circulation? They really do help, although they're not attractive

ada726 · Jun 23rd, 2007, 08:15 PM

This is caused by poor circulation. It's a condition called Raynauds disease. I have it and from what I understand it's heriditary. It especially affects fingers and toes. Do some research and good luck....

Jill · Jun 23rd, 2007, 08:36 PM

I have Raynauds too..It does sometimes affect my legs ...Mostly my hands though

ada726 · Jun 23rd, 2007, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Jill

I have Raynauds too..It does sometimes affect my legs ...Mostly my hands though

Me too. Once I was having a manicure and my nails turned so purple the manicurist stopped.
Jill- strange things we have in common...

Jun 23rd, 2007, 01:42 AM	#1
laura229 Member	Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? My legs and feet (especially my knees and toes) turn purple-ish when I stand or sit. I'm really fair-skinned, so it's REALLY noticeable. Since it's summer, I have to wear shorts and skirts, and it's so embarassing . When I wake up in the morning, my legs are all one color. Also, if I have my legs elevated, my skin tone is even. I have a mild case of Raynaud's Phenomenon, so I wonder if it's somehow related. I talked to my doctor about it, and she didn't seem worried at all in terms of it posing a health risk...so it's mainly a cosmetic problem. A little about me that might be applicable to this situation: I don't smoke, drink, or have diabetes. I don't work out regularly, but I do walk all over my college campus every day, so I do get a fair amount of exercise in. I could stand to gain a few pounds, but I'm by no means at an unhealthy weight. Have any of y'all experienced anything like this? It drives me crazy! __________________ 05 Olive Day 07 Steel City 07 French Blue Day 0? Black Compagnon Monogram Speedy 30 Damier Speedy 25 Damier Cles Totally Turnlock Quinn

Jun 23rd, 2007, 01:56 AM	#2
lv-lover Member	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? Yes, I sometimes eexperience this too, only it's not too noticeable. I think it has something to do with circulation? Not really sure what we could do to fix it though. __________________ "On ne voit bien qu'avec le cœur, l'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux"

Jun 23rd, 2007, 02:16 AM	#3
Jeunesse Member	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? Poor circulation

Jun 23rd, 2007, 02:23 AM	#4
evolkatie Member Location: USA	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? by any chance, does diabetes run in your family? okay i just reread your post.. it's weird how it would discolor so quickly if there wasn't something blocking blood flow. __________________ Total Ban Dec 1 - May 31 Eeek!! I'm only allowed Pink & Blue Patent Rolandos

Jun 23rd, 2007, 07:19 AM	#5
Amberetta1 Member	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? It does sound like poor circulation. Have you considered wearing the Teds stockings to improve circulation? They really do help, although they're not attractive

Jun 23rd, 2007, 08:15 PM	#6
ada726 Member	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? This is caused by poor circulation. It's a condition called Raynauds disease. I have it and from what I understand it's heriditary. It especially affects fingers and toes. Do some research and good luck....

Jun 23rd, 2007, 08:36 PM	#7
Jill	Re: Legs Turn Purple...Any Ideas? I have Raynauds too..It does sometimes affect my legs ...Mostly my hands though