You probably have heard of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) – a “thrombus” is a blood clot that has formed along the inside of a blood vessel and remains there. This blood clot is composed of aggregated platelets, red blood cells, and a mesh of fibrin (a fibrous protein), and it can interfere with healthy blood
Read MoreVaricose Veins: Causes, Prevention Tips, and Treatment Methods
Varicose veins—the dreaded bluish-purple, twisted, bulging veins that typically appear on the legs and ankles. Beyond being a cosmetic nuisance, varicose veins can cause burning or throbbing sensation, swelling, and muscle cramping; itchiness; and worsening pain in the lower legs after prolonged standing. While varicose veins are mostly innocuous, there are cases when they can
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