Rephrase: Diagnostic results: No completed ASSESSMENT: Differential Diagnosis: 1. Venous Eczema 2. Deep Vein Thrombosis 3. Cellulitis Venous Eczema- Is skin inflammation of the lower legs caused by a buildup of fluid, due to varicose veins, issues with circulation, or heart disease. Venous eczema presents with a discoloration of the ankles or shins, thickened skin, and open sores (NHS, 2022). Deep Vein thrombosis- A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is caused when a blood clot forms in a vein, this usually occurs in the lower leg or thigh. Symptoms of a deep vein thrombosis are swelling, redness, and pain (UHS 2022). Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection. If left untreated it can spread throughout the body and cause serious health issues. Cellulitis presents as a red, swollen, and painful area of the skin that is warm to the touch (CDC, 2020).



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