Recent Articles About Vein Health
How Many Wives Did Henry the VIII Kill, and How Many Venous Leg Ulcers Did it Take to Kill Henry the VIII?
Henry the VIII had a long history of varicose veins and venous leg ulcers. He died on January 28, 1547 from infection caused by his venous leg ulcers.
What You Need to Know About Restless Legs Syndrome Medication
Does the constant need to move your legs keep you up at night? Fortunately, there are several therapies for restless leg syndrome, including medications and varicose veins treatments.
Are Vein Specialists More Time and Cost Effective in Healing Leg Ulcers?
Leg ulcers are common and there can be many reasons why a leg ulcer occurs. Click here to learn more about how to treat leg ulcers caused by venous insufficiency.
Varicose Veins and Leg Amputation
You may consider your varicose veins only a minor cosmetic issue, but they’re not. Delaying treatment could lead to serious complications.
Is Radiofrequency Ablation Painful?
Radiofrequency Ablation is just one modern vein treatment option. In comparison to the out-dated method of vein-stripping, this method is relatively painless and can be done safely in an outpatient environment.
Will Your Varicose Veins Return After Treatment?
Although current minimally invasive procedures have proven successful in eliminating painful and unsightly varicose veins, it’s not unheard of for patients to experience a recurrence after treatment.
What is a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?
A DVT is a condition in which a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one of the deep veins in the body. After forming, the thrombus can break off and move to other parts of the body and can cause a heart attack, stroke, or pulmonary embolism.
How to Soothe Itchy Varicose Veins
Itching is just one uncomfortable symptom of varicose veins, but it can be among the most distressing. Here’s what you can do to stop the itch.