Causes of Eczema (varicose)

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Varicose eczema is caused by poor circulation in the legs. It is often preceded by the presence of varicose veins. These occur when the blood does not flow properly from the surface veins to the deep veins and pressure builds up in the surface veins, which results in blood pooling and venous insufficiency.

It is not understood why some people with varicose veins go on to develop varicose eczema and others do not.