Sclerotherapy Can Treat Your Spider Veins
What is Sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy, unlike the VNUS Closure or Venefit Procedure, is done by injecting a medication into the vein that needs to be removed. That medication irritates the lining of the vein, and that irritation eventually leads to the vein closing and being reabsorbed by the body. The blood that would normally flow…
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Treatments Available for Venous Reflux Disease
When it comes to getting proper treatment for varicose veins and spider veins, there are several options available. These options all help address venous reflux, which can result in bulging veins and pain in your legs, along with other difficulties. If you find that your legs feel heavy and achy, or they itch or feel…
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Is Endovenous Laser Ablation Right for Me?
Understanding Endovenous Laser Ablation Many patients suffering from varicose veins wonder whether they are a good candidate for endovenous laser ablation. Endovenous ablation is a minimally invasive procedure in which laser energy or radiofrequency is used to cauterize and close varicose veins, diminishing the associated appearance and symptoms. Various aspects are considered in each case…
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What Causes Spider Veins?
Spider veins take their name from their web-like appearance. For most sufferers, they represent a cosmetic concern, one that can lower self-confidence. What most patients who visit a vein clinic want to know is what causes spider veins and how to get rid of them. Overview of Spider Veins According to the Stony Brook School…
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What Causes Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are a common problem for patients as they age. Many consider them a cosmetic annoyance. However, these unattractive blood vessels are the source of discomfort and other medical issues for some sufferers. Patients who visit a vein clinic frequently ask vein doctors about what causes varicose veins. Varicose Veins Basics Around 20 to…
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Is Sclerotherapy Right for Your Vein Treatment?
A vein treatment to reduce or eliminate varicose veins can be just the thing to help you feel better about the way your legs look and feel. With varicose veins, there can be aching, heaviness, pain, restlessness, and other problems, especially when walking or standing. In some cases those kinds of problems can also be…
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How Vascular Surgeons Treat Varicose Veins
Some patients see varicose veins as cosmetic annoyances. For others, they are the source of discomfort and significantly upset daily routines. One of the most popular types of vein treatment for this condition is Venefit™, a procedure performed by a vascular surgeon at a vein clinic. Varicose Veins Overview Varicose veins occur when valves, primarily…
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What Patients Should Know About Thrombophlebitis
When a vein becomes inflamed as the result of a blood clot, the condition is known as thrombophlebitis. This news can be frightening to some patients. However, prompt medical attention to the inflammation typically results in a positive outcome. Overview of Thrombophlebitis According to the Mayo Clinic, there are two forms of this inflammation: Superficial…
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Ambulatory Phlebectomy: The Right Vein Treatment
Having varicose veins can make you feel bad about the way your legs look. While it is often mostly a cosmetic issue, there can be underlying conditions that should also be addressed when there are varicose veins present. Additionally, some people who have varicose veins can find that they have pain, itching, aching, heaviness, and…
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How a Vein Doctor Can Help Patients with Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Until they experience cosmetic issues or discomfort, most people are unaware that they suffer from chronic venous insufficiency. Knowing the basics of this progressive disorder can help patients decide when to see a vein doctor and understand how to manage the condition long-term. Causes and Symptoms The purpose of veins is transporting blood from internal…
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