“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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Is It DVT? Common Symptoms
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition that occurs when a blood clot, known as a thrombus, develops in a deep vein. It can form anywhere in the body, but typically occurs in large veins in the leg that run through the muscles of the calf and thigh. The condition can cause life
Read MoreHow To Keep Venous Insufficiency From Affecting Your Daily Life
Venous insufficiency is a condition that can lead to problems such as pain, swelling, cramps, and varicose veins. The condition occurs when damaged leg veins don’t allow blood to flow back up to the heart. Although venous insufficiency is not considered a serious health threat, it can be painful, disabling, and have an impact on
Read MoreAre Varicose And Spider Veins Preventable?
Spider and varicose veins are a common issue, especially among women over the age of 40. If you have these vein issues, or are wondering if you may develop one soon, it’s worth learning about them and the methods you can use to prevent them. What Are Varicose And Spider Veins? Veins are blood vessels
Read MoreSymptoms of Venous Disease
The heart pumps nutrient-dense and oxygenated blood to the body through thick-walled blood vessels called arteries; the deoxygenated and depleted blood is then sent back to the heart through thin-walled vessels called veins. Tiny capillaries connect the arteries and veins. Because the veins are much farther away from the heart than the arteries are, they
Read MoreThrombosed Veins: Causes and How to Avoid Them
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 MoreThings You Need to Know About Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are so common that one out of four Americans suffers from them. Those enlarged, bulging, twisted veins tend to appear especially in the lower legs because they are farthest away from the heart and therefore get the least amount of benefit from the natural pumping action in the circulatory system. Sitting for extended
Read MoreHow to Identify and Deal with Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins, described as twisted or enlarged veins, are a hereditary condition, i.e., you have a greater chance of inheriting varicose veins if one of your blood relatives has. Typically, women, elderly persons, obese patients, or someone who sits or stands for a prolonged period are more prone to varicose veins. The risk factors that
Read MoreLeg Vein Treatments: Which One Is Right for You?
If you’re living with bothersome or painful veins that are not adequately alleviated with basic remedies, and you’re now contemplating seeking proper medical intervention for them, this blog will steer you in the right direction. Keep reading to learn about some of the leg vein treatment options available today as well as how you can
Read MoreHow to Find Relief from Your Painful Veins
If you’re one of those people who find their varicose veins too painful to ignore, you’re likely in search of how you can get effective relief or even banish them altogether. Well, here’s some good news: you don’t need to look far to find the solution for your painful veins. Below, we’ve prepared some tips
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