Studies have shown that people with higher levels of vitamin D have fewer lupus symptoms. Those living in places where there is more sunlight have a lower risk of developing autoimmune diseases.[12] African-Americans with lupus have been found to have lower levels of vitamin D than Caucasian people with lupus.[13]
In some cases, itchy skin may be caused by complications of diabetes such as nerve damage or kidney disease. Itching of the feet, legs or ankles is a common complaint in people with diabetes that may occur as a result of a period of too high sugar levels. Itching can range from being annoying to severe. Itching can be relieved through treatment, and may be eliminated if the underlying cause is treated.
Ankle rashes vary greatly in appearance, extent and severity depending on the underlying cause. Ankle rashes may or may not be itchy and can be red, white, purple or silver in color. The texture of an ankle rash can be flat, raised, bumpy or scaly and include flaking off or peeling of skin cells.Ankle rashes can also appear as dots, spots or patches, or they may appear to be solid and continuous.nkle rashes may or may not be itchy and can be red, white, purple or silver in color. The texture of an ankle rash can be flat, raised, bumpy or scaly and include flaking off or peeling of skin cells.