Leg vein blockages, or clots, are a result of some vascular health conditions and can be problematic if left untreated. Blockages occur when blood moves too slowly through the veins, which then causes blood to clot, as well as inflammation in the veins. In this blog, we will discuss what causes leg vein blockages, the
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How to Prevent Painful Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged veins that commonly develop in the legs. While many people do not develop other symptoms, some do. Varicose veins, due to their underlying cause and progression, have been known to cause pain, discomfort, and heaviness in the legs. Nobody wants to deal with painful veins in their legs. It is a
Read MoreHow Does Leg Vein Surgery Work?
Varicose veins can cause a feeling of discomfort and heaviness in the legs. If the problem is severe, the veins could burst, and ulceration and infection can become a problem. There are risks associated with untreated varicose veins. While the damaged leg vein valves cannot be fixed, the enlarged and twisted veins themselves can be
Read MoreWhen To Seek Help for Varicose Veins on The Legs?
According to reports, 23% of people in the US are affected by varicose veins, and the most common places for varicose veins to develop is on the legs. While most people seek varicose vein treatment for aesthetic purposes only, there are other medical reasons to seek medical treatment for varicose veins. Let’s talk about what
Read MoreWhat to Expect After Sclerotherapy
“Sclero-” literally means hardening or scarring, and sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment in which a chemical irritant solution is injected into varicose veins; the solution causes the veins to form scar tissue and collapse, which closes off the blood supply. The blood is naturally and automatically re-routed to nearby healthier veins, and the collapsed
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