"Golfer's Vasculitis" is more than just annoying

[cc101]

I'd like to know anyone who's had this hideous and annoying condition anywhere on their bodies other than ankles and lower legs - have you had it start on your ankles and then over the years progress to other parts of your body? Any remedy to reduce redness besides not exercising or walking outside?

I moved from the dry climate of the Southwest and Southern Cal to hot and humid New England four years ago - nevr, ever had this until the first summer I arrived and then BAM! A weird, nasty rash that scares even me - I'm extremely active (walk every where and run 6+ daily) so suffice it to say being covered with this is not good for the image!

Seriously though I'd like to know if there's a way to treat and how to keep it from spreading.

[NannyIdy]

Hi,  My name is Idy, I am 54 and I have had this rash condition since my early 30s...I thought I was doing something unusual, now I am happy to know I am not alone. I will try Zyflamend ASAP.  I will also try Aspercreme as a topical on the next occurance.  Thanks for all the info.  No one else cares or they have no idea what it is,  esp. Drs.

[TBPruitt]

Mine seems to be getting worse.  I am 52 and mine started in my 30's too.  I seem to have uncontrolled shivering past two times.  I have to wear capris or oh my goodness.

[TBPruitt]

Mine seems to be getting worse.  I am 52 and mine started in my 30's too.  I seem to have uncontrolled shivering past two times.  I have to wear capris or oh my goodness.

[ralphie1645]

Hi and GV for a number of years, but in Australia  where is hot for about 5 to 6 months of the year. Like all Aussies we wear short or dresses on the course.
it's is very off putting when people look at your legs after playing Sat & Sun.

OK let's cut to the chase does anybody know if the Zyflamend or the bicarb works? Is there anything else that works, at the end of the day us GV suffers want to know

[Lrappy]

This is my solution. I make long, strenuous  walks in the Alps all year long (I am a man of 63).  Since 3 years when in summer it is really hot I get Golfer Vasculitis after long walks (8 hrs+). After 2-3 days it is gone again, it was not really painful but a little annoying. Since last summer I have solved it nearly completely by putting on my legs on the right spots before walking some quality  nourishing hand crème. It really does the trick with only one or two little spots left which disappear in half a day. And my activities are a little more than 18 holes…

[liketowalk]

I have had this problem for about 3 years. I'm an active 64 year old female. It mainly occurs during the summer months. I've found it necessary to avoid leg shaving and last summer managed to avoid the rash altogether by applying a fine spray of witch hazel onto my calves several times a day. I just poured witch hazel into one of those 'holiday' spray bottles. Found it much more effective than dabbing with cotton wool. It's November now and though no rash appears, my shins always feel tender and raw to touch. Loose trousers are a must. No skinny jeans for me!! Legs get too hot on a night out and it all flares up again.

[4Cats2and2]

In late August/early September in 2014, I had the scary red rash thing happen on both legs on my calves. That was my first occurrence. The weather was warm and humid. Doctor didn't know what it was: tested for thyroid condition, which was negative.

This year, planning to go to the same events where it happened, I decided to try wearing compression socks. The first event has happened - the huge Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL. The temperature was a real feel of 105 - brutally hot and muggy. Of course, walking and standing all day was the norm. THERE WAS NO REDNESS!

This weekend I'll be going to the Notre Dame Football game, walking and standing for hours. It is not to be as warm as last year, but the compression socks are being worn. Go Irish!

Statistics: 55 year old female; healthy weight; physically fit; MS

I hope this helps.

[Mtimmington]

I have this condition for many years. No doctor has ever told me what it was. It only occurs when it is very hot and I'm walking for a while, especially golfing. I live in central Florida and the Summer heat is a real problem for me. I have found a solution to the rash problem. My wife suggested buying a pair of soccer socks and pull them to the top of the knee just like a soccer player. She thought the extra compression on my legs would possibly work. It did, it was amazing. I just got home from playing 18 holes in 90 degree heat for over 4 hours and NO RASH. I wore long pants instead of shorts so I wouldn't embarrass myself. I can't believe this was so simple. Hope this will work for you. Pass it on. Mark in Ocala, Fl