Jun 21, 2016 | Varicose Veins, Healthy Living, Vein Health
Are varicose veins a genetic problem? Varicose veins are a chronic vein problem in which the veins of the lower limbs are affected, causing symptoms such as pain, muscle cramps, swelling, bleeding, and in serious cases; skin ulcers. The appearance of varicose veins is...
Jun 14, 2016 | Varicose Veins, Healthy Living, Vein Health
Unfortunately, vein conditions and pregnancy can often go hand-in-hand. Some women develop varicose veins when they become pregnant. Pregnancy not only increases blood volume in your body, but also slows down the blood flow from your legs to your pelvis. Even though...
Mar 16, 2016 | Vein Treatments, Spider Veins, Varicose Veins, Vein Health
Vein treatments have evolved over the years from painful surgeries to the minimally invasive procedures of today. Even though improvement has been made in the type of treatments available, people are often hesitant to seek treatment for vein conditions. Here are some...
Mar 12, 2016 | Varicose Veins, Vein Health
Varicose veins occur when the valves inside the veins become damaged or weakened. These valves prevent the backflow of blood within the veins and once damaged causes blood to pool in the veins. Pooling of blood can cause swelling, pain and aching legs. The...
Mar 6, 2016 | Vein Treatments, Varicose Veins, Vein Health
How Effective is Sclerotherapy? Have you noticed that you have developed spider veins? These are tiny, unsightly, visible small veins that form various patterns on the legs, ankles or even on the face and other parts of the body. They often appear in strange shades of...
Feb 15, 2016 | Vein Health, Healthy Living, Spider Veins, Varicose Veins
What are symptoms of varicose veins? Varicose veins are seen in both men and women of all races and cultures. Overall, it appears that women are more affected by varicose veins than men. What has to be understood is that just because one has varicose veins, does not...
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