Posts Tagged ‘vein doctor’
Why are Women More Likely to Develop Varicose Veins?
Did you know that around 45 percent of American men and up to 55 percent of American women age 40 to 80 will suffer from varicose veins or a related venous disorder in their lifetime? That’s 22 million women and 11 million men affected by varicose veins! We can see from the statistics that women…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Healthy Circulatory System
Have you ever thought about the role your circulatory system plays in your overall health and wellbeing? Maybe not; especially if you aren’t having any noticeable issues. But if you suffer from varicose veins, it’s a good idea to understand what is going on in you body and how the weakened valves in you leg…
Read MoreMicrophlebectomy
In normal, healthy, veins, blood is constantly being circulated back up from the leg veins to the heart. Due to age, pregnancy, weight, or standing on your feet for long periods of time, the valves in your veins can weaken. If the valves in your veins have weakened, then your blood has a much harder…
Read MoreWhy Do Varicose Veins Hurt?
If you suffer from varicose veins, then you are probably all too familiar with the discomfort that they can cause. Your legs might feel achy and sore; the skin near your varicose veins might itch, or your legs might feel heavier than normal. These are all common side effects of varicose veins and you are…
Read MoreHoliday Gift List
Giving and receiving gifts is one of the most fun parts of the holiday season. Have you made your gift lists yet? We’d like to suggest a few items that are sure to be a hit with anyone who wants to stay healthy, especially if they suffer from varicose veins or spider veins. Exercise Equipment…
Read MoreWhat is Schlerotherapy?
If you have varicose or spider veins, you are not alone. Statistics show that over 40 million people in the US suffer from unhealthy veins. These varicose veins and spider veins can be painful and unsightly. But the good news is, you don’t have to continue to suffer, because there are safe, minimally invasive options…
Read MoreWhat is Endovenous Ablation?
Everyone wants to feel great about the appearance of their legs, but varicose veins can leave us feeling embarrassed and wanting to hide. Wearing jeans in the heat and a cover-up around the pool isn’t anyone’s idea of the ideal summer. But treatment is available! If you find yourself regularly hiding your legs because of…
Read MoreHow Do Veins Work?
We all know how important our cardiovascular system is; it literally pumps blood throughout our bodies. Our heart, arteries, capillaries, and veins make up this blood circulatory system which delivers oxygen and nutrients to our cells to provide nourishment, help fight disease, and stabilize our temperature. But what are the specific functions of veins in…
Read MoreVaricose Veins Affect Men Too
Would you believe that nearly 40% of the patients living with varicose veins are men? This might be a hard statistic to wrap your brain around if you’ve always considered varicose veins a women’s issue. But believing the myth that varicose veins don’t affect men could mean setting yourself up for serious health issues. While…
Read MorePregnancy and Your Veins
During pregnancy, it’s common for many women to develop vein issues, especially in their legs. But what causes these veins to appear or worsen? And what can be done to minimize the pain and discomfort they may cause? Since becoming pregnant, you may have noticed the appearance of new varicose veins or that your existing…
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