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Varicose veins affect your blood vessels and circulation system, so many people naturally wonder if varicose veins can affect their hearts. What Are Varicose Veins? The human body has at least 34 major veins, with dozens of smaller veins throughout. Sometimes, a vein becomes twisted and enlarged. This process is the description of “becoming varicose.”… Continue reading Can Varicose Veins Affect Your Heart?
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February 18, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Sclerotherapy is a type of treatment for small varicose veins and spider veins. Spider veins are small, damaged veins that present superficially in your body. They are usually close to the skin’s surface. In most cases, spider veins are neither painful nor harmful, but some people may find them unsightly and inconvenient. Varicose veins are… Continue reading Is Sclerotherapy Permanent?
February 11, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical treatment that tackles spider veins and small varicose veins. How Sclerotherapy Works During a sclerotherapy procedure, your provider will inject a syringe of saline solution directly into the problematic vein. The solution damages the vein, forcing it to collapse. When this happens, your body redirects blood flow to surrounding… Continue reading Side Effects of Sclerotherapy
February 4, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Varicose veins are a condition that affects many Americans. In most cases, varicose veins are not painful and are not a cause for concern. However, varicose veins can cause burning, tingling, or aching sensations in individuals who have a more severe case. Keep reading to learn some of the top home remedies for soothing varicose… Continue reading Top Home Remedies for Soothing Your Varicose Vein Pain
January 28, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Varicose veins are a common and frequently harmless condition many adults in the United States experience. For most people, varicose veins do not require any medical intervention. However, there are some cases where vascular surgery may be necessary. What Is Vascular Surgery? Vascular surgeons are specialists who treat diseases of your vascular system. Your vascular… Continue reading What Is Vascular Surgery and When Do You Need It?
January 21, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Do you experience aching pains and discomfort when you are standing or walking? Varicose veins could be causing these symptoms. What Are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are superficial (near the surface of your skin) veins in your body that have become twisted and abnormally swollen. For many people, varicose veins can be quite painful. Patients… Continue reading What Could Be Causing Your Leg Pain?
January 14, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Varicose veins are known for causing leg discomforts like aching, burning, or pressure. But one of the lesser-known side effects of varicose veins is numbness. Numbness in your limbs is not only alarming, but it can also increase pain from sharp tingling sensations. About Varicose Veins You have several veins running throughout your body. Your… Continue reading Do Varicose Veins Cause Numbness in Your Limbs?
January 7, 2022 by Adam Goldman
Varicose veins are generally harmless, but some people may find them cosmetically undesirable. If you are genetically predisposed to varicose veins, or if you already have varicose veins in your lower extremities, you may feel concerned about whether you could develop them on your face as well. Visible Veins on Your Face Some people do… Continue reading Can You Get Varicose Veins on Your Face?
December 24, 2021 by Adam Goldman
Along with the chill in the air, winter brings with it some unwanted symptoms for your skin. The excess heat pumped into your home and shopping malls may leave your skin feeling dry with a duller complexion. Fortunately, there is a solution to give you more radiant skin during the winter weather: a HydraFacial. How… Continue reading Why Winter Is the Perfect Season to Get a HydraFacial
December 17, 2021 by Adam Goldman
Varicose veins can be a complicated subject to broach. Many patients can identify the telltale blue-purple veins in their legs that cause them pain or discomfort. However, they do not know exactly what causes them, the risk factors associated with them, or when to seek treatment. There are a lot of unanswered questions floating around. … Continue reading Top 4 Frequently Asked Questions About Varicose Veins