The vascular system is composed of both arteries and veins. Arteries supply oxygen rich blood to the organs and body tissues, while veins return the oxygen poor blood to the heart and lungs to restart the cycle of blood flow. Disease can occur in both types of vessels. Venous disease is caused by failure of
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When can I go back to work after Sclerotherapy?
Varicose veins and spider veins can be treated with a procedure called sclerotherapy, which is a treatment that can be performed in the office. Sclerotherapy uses a sclerosant, which is a specifically formulated chemical that is placed into the problematic veins and allows for a cascade of events that leads to the eventual scarring and
Read MoreDo Compression Stockings Prevent Veins From Coming Out?
Are you in search of a way to prevent varicose veins? Compression stockings could be the end of your search. Varicose veins form from malfunctioning of the one way valves in the veins. The valves are to prevent backflow of blood and push blood toward the heart, but when they malfunction, it causes blood to
Read MoreVaricose Vein Groin Pain
Is your groin pain caused by varicose veins? Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for this type of groin pain. Causes: Varicocele and Pelvic Congestion Syndrome What does a varicocele and pelvic congestion syndrome have in common? Both conditions are caused by varicose veins in the groin and pelvis. You read that right, varicose veins
Read MoreDoes exercise make veins better or worse?
Exercise is a positive physical activity for just about every aspect of health, including varicose veins. Varicose veins form from the inability of the one-way valves to close properly causing pooling of blood, stretching of veins, and high pressure within the vein. This cascade of problems leads to the swollen, protruding veins, swollen legs, and
Read MoreTreatment for Peripheral Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disease is common, especially among the aging population. The benefit is that YES, there is treatment for peripheral vascular disease, which can be achieved by visiting a board certified vascular surgeon such as Dr. Mackay Mackay Vein Clinic in Tampa, FL. “What do spider veins, varicose veins, venous insufficiency, and blood clots all
Read MoreIs Sclerotherapy Less Painful Than Laser Therapy for Spider Vein Treatment?
Laser therapy and sclerotherapy are both treatments that are readily available to treat spider veins. Laser therapy has been around for several decades, while sclerotherapy is a newer treatment option. Both treatments are effective to remove spider veins, but it is important to know how they work and why laser therapy is generally considered to
Read MoreLeg Vascular Disease Causes
Vascular Disease is an umbrella term used to describe any condition that affects blood vessels; arteries and veins and can be caused by a multitude of conditions. The vascular system is composed of a series of vessels, arteries and veins. Arteries are responsible for moving blood with oxygen toward the body tissue and veins are
Read MoreSclerotherapy vs Laser Therapy for Spider Veins. Which is the Best Treatment For Spider Veins?
Spider veins can be treated with two different types of therapy, either sclerotherapy or laser therapy, both of which are appropriate and effective treatment options. They both work similarly, in that they both cause scarring of the vein, which prevents blood flow by closing the vein. Once this occurs, the body can then remove the
Read MoreHow Many Sclerotherapy Sessions Are Needed For Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy is the best option available to remove unwanted spider veins. In general terms and under optimal conditions, patients can achieve desirable results within 4 treatment sessions. Spider veins occur when the small blood vessels in the skin pool with blood, which results in a red or violaceous color on the skin. They are most
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