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Legs swollen, hot to the touch. prone to dislocation, have had 3 surgical relocations. when swollen, i get red rash-like splotches around my knee. doctor doesn't know what it is, referred me to dermatologist?

Q: legs swollen, hot to the touch. prone to dislocation, have had 3 surgical relocations. when swollen, i get red rash-like splotches around my knee. doctor doesn't know what it is, referred me to dermatologist?

: Lymphedema of the legs can fluctuate and cause warm skin and may also cause reddening of the skin. Consult a vascular surgeon to evaluate you for lymphedema and, if present, advise you about cause &amp; treatment options.

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Lymphedema of the legs can fluctuate and cause warm skin and may also cause reddening of the skin. Consult a vascular surgeon to evaluate you for lymphedema and, if present, advise you about cause & treatment options.

Answered 9/14/2023

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A member asked:

Legs swollen, hot to the touch. prone to dislocation, have had 3 surgical relocations. when swollen, i get red rash-like splotches around my knee. doctor doesn't know what it is, referred me to dermatologist?

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