Varicose veins on the legs and ankles are usually not dangerous to your health at first. But if they are left untreated, they can lead to serious health issues, such as blood clots. In the past, invasive surgery with a long recovery period was the only solution. Today, there are non-surgical treatments that can remove […]
Treating Superficial Vein Thrombosis with Medications
There are multiple therapies that may be used for addressing superficial vein thrombosis. The treatment that is used will vary depending on the severity of the thrombosis, as well as the symptoms it is producing. We may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, depending on the situation. There are a lot of reasons why a person may experience […]
What is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Most people have heard the term deep vein thrombosis. However, if they were asked to describe what the condition is or the effect that the condition has on the body, they may be hard-pressed to do so. Deep vein thrombosis is a disease that affects your veins, leading to clots forming inside of a vein […]
What Causes Spider Veins?
Spider veins and varicose veins are common, but they’re rarely wanted. They come in various colors, ranging from red to blue. They might look like twisted cords, and in some instances, they bulge. The primary difference between spider veins and varicose veins is the size. Spider veins are a little bit smaller than varicose veins. […]
Diagnosing and Treating Chronic Vein Insufficiency
Chronic vein insufficiency is a condition in which blocked or damaged veins prevent blood from flowing back to the heart. As a result, blood pools in the legs, causing symptoms like swelling, pain that worsens upon standing, cramping in the legs, a feeling of heaviness or aches, itchy skin, weakness in the legs, thickened skin, […]
Your Options for Leg Vein Treatment
It is not always necessary to treat varicose and spider veins in the legs. If they do not cause discomfort or bother you aesthetically, you may simply ignore them. However, if your varicose veins cause pain or your spider veins are embarrassing you, we recommend that you have them treated via a professional leg vein […]
Benefits of VenaSeal
Varicose veins aren’t always just a cosmetic condition. If left untreated, they can cause pain and emotional distress. If you have varicose veins, a new treatment called VenaSeal might be the treatment you’ve been looking for to improve your life. As a minimally invasive treatment option, VenaSeal is good at eliminating varicose veins and swollen […]
Is ClariVein Treatment Right for Me?
If you have problematic varicose veins, ClariVein® treatment could be right for you, but before considering the treatment, you should understand how it works. In short, ClariVein® works by closing off unwanted veins within the body. During the treatment, a special catheter is inserted into the treatment area, and with the help of a rotating […]
How Can Superficial Vein Thrombosis Be Treated?
Superficial vein thrombosis is where a vein becomes inflamed right under the skin. This inflammation is most often seen in the legs. It is not uncommon for blood clots to form in the veins in connection with this condition. Thankfully, in most cases, neither the blood clot nor the superficial vein thrombosis is extremely serious. […]
Which Spider Vein Treatment is Best?
Spider veins can have a devastating impact on a person’s self-esteem. They appear as interwoven red, blue or purple lines on the face, legs or chest, most commonly. For many people, their presence can cause them to constantly be wondering what kind of impression they are making on others. While spider veins seldom create any […]
