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9. Treatments

Mottled skin does not have a specific treatment. Because most cases do not have a clear trigger, doctors must first perform a biopsy to diagnose the underlying cause. Experts can treat vascular diseases with blood pressure medications and patients can undertake lifestyle changes that may help. Autoimmune diseases may require medications that control the immune response and reduce inflammation. Heated blankets and multiple layers of clothes can improve livedo reticularis resulting from cold temperatures.

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