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 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
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 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 a Spider Vein Removal Procedure Is Performed
Spider veins are small, thin veins that are visible on the skin’s surface, but they are flat – unlike varicose veins, which are raised and larger. Spider veins are usually red or purple, and they can especially be found on the face, thighs, calves, and ankles. They may look like thin branches or web-like. Typically,
Read MoreAre Varicose Veins Causing You Problems? Visit a Vein Doctor
If you have varicose veins on your legs, you know them by their bulging, twisted appearance. The issue with severe varicose veins is that they can indicate a condition called venous insufficiency, which can cause serious health problems such as blood clots. It can also cause chronic leg pain. Our veins have a series of
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