Keratosis pilaris (commonly called KP) appears as chicken skin bumps on the skin. These bumps usually appear on the upper arms and thighs. They also can appear on the cheeks, back, and buttocks. Keratosis pilaris, while unattractive, is harmless. What Are the Symptoms of Keratosis Pilaris? This disorder appears as small, rough bumps.
Blue Toe Syndrome. Blue toe syndrome, also known as Trash Foot or Purple Toe Syndrome, is caused by a blockage of the small blood vessels in the foot that reduces the flow of blood and oxygen to the tissues.It usually develops due to a problem higher up the blood stream such as an aneurysm or atherosclerosis.n blue toe syndrome, the plaque tends to break off from blood vessels near the groin and abdomen (known as the abdominal aorta-iliac-femoral arterial system). It travels through the blood stream and gets lodged in the small blood vessels of the foot.
Dear Kato: Darkening of the toes that hurt could result from compromised blood supply to those toes, leading to a condition called gangrene. Gangrene may occur after an injury or infection, or in people suffering from any chronic health problems, affecting blood circulation such as diabetes. It also often occurs in the toes and feet of elderly patients due to arteriosclerosis, a condition also known as senile gangrene. Arteriosclerosis occurs when the blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients from a particular area become thick and stiff, many times ending up restricting blood flow, in this case to the toes. Also, over a long period of time, people such as those with diabetes may have a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in the arteries which may restrict blood flow.