“Rash on legs?”
My husband has cirrhosis of the liver he is breaking out on his legs with red bumps everywhere. What could be causing this it's a rash?
Male | 50 years old
Conditions: Cirrhosis
1 Answer
HepatologistHepatologist
Parvin Shafaa
Dermatologist
Your husband's rash could be caused by his liver disease (cirrhosis). Some possible reasons are:
Liver-related skin problems – Cirrhosis can cause red spots, rashes, or tiny blood vessels showing on the skin.
Swelling in the legs – This can make the skin irritated and itchy.
Poor blood flow – The liver helps with circulation, and when it’s damaged, the skin can react.
Infection – Cirrhosis weakens the immune system, so infections are more likely.
Allergy – It could be a reaction to medicines, food, or something touching the skin.
What to do:
Moisturize the skin to stop dryness and itching.
Don’t scratch to avoid infection.
Check for infection (warm, painful, pus-filled rash).
See a doctor soon if the rash gets worse, spreads, or if he has swelling, yellow skin, or confusion (these could be serious).
To book an appointment at Irvine Skin, contact Dr. Shafa through the following:
Call us at (949) 551-1113.
Our Address: 113 Waterworks Way 100, Irvine, Orange County, CA, 92618, United States.
Schedule your consultation now: https://irvineskin.com/inquiry-now/
Liver-related skin problems – Cirrhosis can cause red spots, rashes, or tiny blood vessels showing on the skin.
Swelling in the legs – This can make the skin irritated and itchy.
Poor blood flow – The liver helps with circulation, and when it’s damaged, the skin can react.
Infection – Cirrhosis weakens the immune system, so infections are more likely.
Allergy – It could be a reaction to medicines, food, or something touching the skin.
What to do:
Moisturize the skin to stop dryness and itching.
Don’t scratch to avoid infection.
Check for infection (warm, painful, pus-filled rash).
See a doctor soon if the rash gets worse, spreads, or if he has swelling, yellow skin, or confusion (these could be serious).
To book an appointment at Irvine Skin, contact Dr. Shafa through the following:
Call us at (949) 551-1113.
Our Address: 113 Waterworks Way 100, Irvine, Orange County, CA, 92618, United States.
Schedule your consultation now: https://irvineskin.com/inquiry-now/
