Posts Tagged ‘women’
Understanding Lipoma and the Role of Surgery
Introduction Lipomas, benign tumors composed of fatty tissue beneath the skin’s surface, often raise questions and concerns due to their appearance or potential discomfort. In this blog post, we delve into the specifics of Lipoma, aiming to demystify this common yet often misunderstood condition. Additionally, we explore the circumstances under which Lipoma surgery, a procedure…
Read MoreFueling Your Recovery: How Good Nutrition Powers Your Post-Surgery Healing
Facing surgery? Wondering how much of a role your diet plays in your recovery? The answer: it’s a significant one. Whether it’s a minor procedure or a major operation, the foods you choose to eat can greatly impact how swiftly and effectively you bounce back. In this article, we’ll delve into the fascinating connection between…
Read MoreVarithena Microfoam
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…
Read MoreKeeping Veins Healthy As We Age
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…
Read MoreWhat is Laparoscopic Surgery
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…
Read MoreHigh Heels and Vein Function
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…
Read MoreAlcohol and Vein Health
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,…
Read MoreWhy 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…
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