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Can Compression Stockings Help with Varicose Veins?

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

Compression stockings work by applying pressure to the veins in the feet and legs to help improve blood flow and make the valves in these veins work more efficiently. They are typically tightest at the foot and gradually loosen as they rise up the leg. Compression stockings do help some people manage the symptoms of …Read More

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Don’t Make These Mistakes When You’re Choosing Treatment for Varicose Veins

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

When your legs have been feeling tired, fatigued, or painful and it’s time to think about treatment for your varicose veins or spider veins, there are some important items to take into consideration. In order to make the best possible choices, you may want to ask some vital questions including which treatment options are available …Read More

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Pregnancy and Varicose Veins – What You Need to Know

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

During pregnancy many changes can occur in a woman’s body, and among those changes, may be the development of varicose veins or the appearance of spider veins. Several factors can contribute to the formation of these varicose or spider veins, including increased pressure on the veins and hormonal changes. Pressure from the uterus on the …Read More

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Spider Vein Treatments – A Guide to Your Sclerotherapy Recovery

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

Spider veins are those groups of small blue, red, or purple blood vessels that occur close to the skin’s surface. They often resemble a spider’s web and although they can develop anywhere on the body, they commonly appear on the face or legs. Although these veins may or may not cause discomfort, many people are …Read More

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What is the Best Age for Varicose Vein Removal?

Friday, March 2nd, 2018

Varicose veins and their associated complications can lead to chronic pain, disability, diminished health-related quality of life, reduction of working days, premature retirement, and even the loss of limb or life. Varicose veins or smaller spider veins are common in both men and women, and they often occur in older people, but younger adults can …Read More

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Do Compression Stockings Help Stop Varicose Veins?

Friday, March 2nd, 2018

Compression stockings may temporarily reduce the discomfort and skin damage effects of varicose veins or spider veins. The pressure that these stockings provide can help prevent swelling, and promote better circulation. However, they are effective only temporarily, are typically quite difficult to put on, and must worn at all times while standing. Although they can …Read More

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Iliac Vein Obstruction: Here’s What You Need to Know

Friday, March 2nd, 2018

The pelvic veins include the external, internal, and common iliac veins, which flow into the inferior vena cava. Blockage or narrowing of the Iliac vein or inferior vena cava vein prevents blood flow from leaving one or both legs, as these are the main exits for blood to return to the heart. Obstruction or narrowing …Read More

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Don’t Worry! There are Pain-free Alternatives to Varicose Vein Surgery

Wednesday, February 14th, 2018

Varicose veins often cause pain, achiness, itching, heaviness, and other discomfort. Yet, some people delay seeking diagnosis and treatment because they are concerned that treating varicose veins may be painful. Every day they suffer needlessly with their symptoms and with the unsightly appearance those varicose veins create for their legs. However, varicose veins are a …Read More

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Want to Prevent Spider Veins? These Lifestyle Changes Can Help!

Tuesday, January 16th, 2018

Spider veins are the enlarged red or blue blood vessels that appear close to the skin surface in a web-like or branching pattern. They are frequently seen on the legs or face, but they can appear nearly anywhere on the body. Some of the causes of spider veins include genetics, hormonal changes, and sun exposure. …Read More

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Causes, Treatments and Tips for Facial Varicose Veins

Tuesday, January 16th, 2018

Spider veins are a milder form of varicose veins that can occur any place on the body, but commonly appear on the face. These unsightly varicose veins on the face, while typically a cosmetic problem, may also be a symptom of the body’s overall health, as they are actually injured veins or capillaries. Pressure from …Read More

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