The Relationship Between Blood Clots and Varicose Veins
Varicose veins affect about 35 percent of people and the risk of development increases with age. Often misunderstood as a cosmetic issue, vein disease is a medical condition that can progress and lead to serious complications if left untreated.
What Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition where the veins in the legs are not working properly. Normally, veins in the legs carry blood up toward the heart. With chronic venous insufficiency, the vein valves are not functioning properly, causing blood to pool in the legs.
How Compression Stockings Can Manage Varicose Veins
Compression stockings help manage the swelling, pain and heaviness often associated with varicose veins. The consistent, targeted level of gentle pressure applied can make their appearance less prominent and ease your symptoms.
How Does Ambulatory Phlebectomy Work?
If you’re suffering from the appearance and discomfort of varicose veins, a range of options are available to treat this medical condition. Ambulatory phlebectomy is one minimally invasive procedure that involves making a tiny pin-point puncture with a small needle over the areas of varicose veins.
Early Signs and Symptoms of Varicose Veins
Over 40 million Americans suffer from varicose veins, but they tend to go unnoticed until the veins become physically prominent. When veins are damaged or weakened, they can no longer efficiently pump blood back to the heart.