Are Varicose Veins Just Cosmetic?
Understanding Varicose Veins: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that appear just under the surface of the skin, commonly in the legs. They result from weakened vein walls and malfunctioning valves, which disrupt normal blood flow and cause blood to pool. While often considered a cosmetic issue, varicose veins can […]
Understanding Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are a condition that affects millions of people around the world. They can be unsightly, uncomfortable, and in some cases even painful. In this blog post, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for varicose veins. We’ll also take a look at how you can prevent them from occurring in […]
The Heat Is On Your Veins This Summer!
Heat and Varicose Veins A couple minutes outside in July and August can leave you wanting to find the nearest air conditioning, but varicose veins hate the sweltering temperatures as much as you. Varicose veins occur when a vein valve ceases to function as it should. Blood isn’t properly pumped through your circulatory systems and […]
Varicose Veins: Not Just a Women’s Problem
For Ladies Only…not. If you’re like most guys, you figure that varicose veins are a woman’s problem. Certainly nothing you have to worry about. Right? Think again.As many as 56 percent of men suffer from varicose veins, according to British research. Risk factors include family history of varicose veins, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, smoking, and prolonged […]
