Dr. Eston Wenger, Author at Eston Wenger

If you suffer from varicose veins, you may have heard about treatment options such as the VenaSeal Closure System, Endovenous Ablation, Sclerotherapy, & Microphlebectomy. These treatments are all options offered by Vein Specialist Dr. Eston Wenger to help get your veins functioning properly. By offering multiple treatment options, Dr. Wenger can more easily find a…

Would you be surprised to learn that nearly 10 to 15 percent of the U.S. population have gallstones? These hard, stone-like bits of cholesterol or bilirubin that form in the gallbladder can be anywhere from the size of a grain of sand to the size of a golf ball – yikes! Many people who develop…

Getting older is inevitable, and while many people maintain a healthy lifestyle into their later years, aging can bring along a decline in overall health and an increased susceptibility to disease. As we age, it is essential that we take stock of our health, including our vein health, and bring any concerns or changes to…

Athletes tend to be the picture of health and by nature of their daily lives they regularly do many of the things we recommend to help keep veins healthy. They usually eat right, get regular exercise, drink plenty of water, and abstain from unhealthy lifestyle choices. But due to other factors, such as genetics, age,…

Vein Specialist Dr. Eston Wenger has performed over 1,500 vein procedures, but did you know that Dr. Wenger is also an accomplished general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic and robotically assisted procedures? Dr. Wenger has performed more than 5,000 surgeries including laparoscopic and robotic gallbladder removal, appendectomy, diverticulitis, hernia repair, and…

There is no way to get rid of varicose veins without treatment, but there are some things you can do to help manage pain and lessen the chance for your varicose veins to get worse. Drinking plenty of water, elevating your legs, and exercising regularly are great places to start, but did you know that…

Making the decision to seek medical treatment for a disease or condition can feel like a huge undertaking. It can be easy to get overwhelmed by the different treatment options or to have analysis paralysis when choosing a doctor. We understand the anxiety that can accompany these big decisions and want to help answer any…

Have you ever heard the term venous insufficiency? If not, you might be able to guess, to some degree, what it means. Venous: (adjective) of, relation to, or of the nature of a vein. Insufficiency: (noun) inability to function normally. But what is venous insufficiency specifically and what role do varicose veins play in venous…

Would you be surprised to learn that during the cold winter months alcohol consumption increases? Some reasons for the spike in imbibing at this time of year could be due to added stress during the holidays, seasonal depression, additional celebrating, or boredom from being inside so much. But those who are predisposed to venous insufficiency,…

Do any of your family members suffer from varicose veins? If so, it’s a good idea to be on the lookout for tell-tale signs that you might be developing them. Almost 50% of varicose vein patients report having a family history of varicose veins, and while genetics play a role in their development, varicose veins…

Posts by Dr. Eston Wenger

Varithena Microfoam

Symptoms of Gallbladder Issues

Keeping Veins Healthy As We Age

Athletes and Vein Health

What is Laparoscopic Surgery

High Heels and Vein Function

Why Choose Dr. Eston Wenger

What is Venous Insufficiency

Alcohol and Vein Health

Early Warning Signs of Vein Problems