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Blood circulation affects every part of your body and healthy blood flow ensures that oxygen and nutrients are reaching every cell in your body as well as removing metabolic waste.
Can Too Much Sun Trigger Vein-Related Issues?
In general, varicose and spider veins are products of poor circulation between the heart and the legs coupled with weakened vein walls, which creates visible, uncomfortable veins. Warmer temperatures can aggravate these conditions, causing veins to dilate, enlarge, and distend even further. This can also worsen the swelling and associated discomfort.
Venous Ulcers: Untreated Varicose Vein Complications
Delaying treatment for varicose veins can cause serious complications, including venous ulceration. Especially later in life.
Men Vs Varicose Veins: How do Varicose Veins Affect Men?
Lots of people think varicose veins only affect middle-aged women but men get them too! Up to 30% of people are affected by varicose veins – both men and women. A strong family history is a good indication that you may suffer from varicose veins. They may worsen with occupations that require prolonged standing.
Is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) a Symptom of Varicose Veins?
Many patients are surprised to learn that one of the most common symptoms of varicose veins is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) – the irresistible feeling to move your legs, especially at night while trying to sleep. How can the two different conditions be related? We’re first going to discuss the causes and symptoms of varicose veins a little more in-depth, then explain how RLS is connected to varicose veins, and last, what patients can do to find relief.
Why Do Spider Veins Need Multiple Treatments?
Many patients ask why they need several treatments for spider veins (technically known as telangiectasia). Cosmetic sclerotherapy, a minimally-invasive procedure designed to improve the appearance of spider veins, generally requires multiple treatments. Why can’t treatment be complete in only one session?
How do I get rid of these ugly varicose veins?
I recently saw a patient who had been told the only way to get rid of her large, unsightly varicose veins was through surgery. This is not true – there are other options available.
Could Your Doctor Be Missing Your Chronic Venous Insufficiency Problem?
John is a 57 year old man in relatively good health. But when he comes to his doctor for an annual physical, he complaints about an increasing problem with standing on his feet or walking even short distances.
