Tightness of skin in the legs is the feeling that comes from venous congestion, or the inability of the vein system to return blood back to the heart for pumping. Skin tightness is a sign that pressure is accumulating, frequently from blood in the vein system that pools in the leg. Tightness can be felt […]
Varicose veins are ropey and large, whereas spider veins are dilated small veins in the skin. When you think about these conditions, you make associate them with older adults. Are you too young for spider veins? Can you get varicose veins at any age? While it’s true that your risk of vascular leg pain increases […]
Visible leg veins can impact more than your appearance. Varicose veins in the legs point toward a more severe underlying problem called venous insufficiency. The cause of venous insufficiency is weakened vein valves. . When chronic venous insufficiency occurs, leg veins could become severely damaged, which is why diagnosing and treating any venous conditions as early as possible is crucial.
Looking for something specific? Jump to the content you need right away! Getting a good night’s sleep can be challenging. Between limiting blue light emitting from your devices, turning down an evening caffeinated drink, and trying to quiet your mind, you may be taking several measures to help you fall asleep at night. Still, the […]
Also referred to as varicosities, varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that may bulge underneath the skin. Most often, varicose veins appear as swollen and raised veins with a bluish-purple or slightly red color. Typically, varicose veins are painful as well.
Many patients are concerned that having varicose veins could cause deep vein thrombosis (DVT) while flying. It seems logical since both disorders involve the vascular system and both are heavily localized in the lower extremities. However, any added danger is slight. Speak With A Specialist Is Flying With DVT Safe? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) manifests […]
When most people think of varicose veins, the picture that comes to mind is typically older women with bulging blue veins running up their shins and calves. While this may not be a misnomer, it certainly does not paint a complete picture of the different populations of people prone to varicose veins. Speak With A […]
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