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Does Summer Make Varicose Veins Worse?
Wisconsin isn’t usually known for its nice weather, but as the days get longer and the sun starts shining into our offices, we’re reminded of the nice, warm days to come — and the issues hot temperatures can present for those suffering from varicose veins. Many people...
What To Do If You Injure Your Varicose Veins
One problem that tends to concern people with varicose veins is their vulnerability to injury. Varicose veins can stick out from the skin, leaving them prone to cuts, scrapes, and bruises — and if one isn’t careful, these minor injuries can have major consequences. ...
Will spider veins disappear after pregnancy?
While spider veins can develop for many reasons, one of the most prominent is pregnancy. We know — pregnancy is already hard enough, and adding on the additional stress of newly-visible spider veins seems pretty unfair. Thankfully, we have good news on this front:...
Can Veins Cause Pain?
Countless adults are in your same position. Seemingly out of nowhere, you start to get a striking or burning pain in your legs. Looking down, you notice some veins making their way to the surface of your skin, veins that hadn’t...
Why Are My Legs Swollen?
If you’ve noticed that one or both of your legs are beginning to swell, don’t panic — here’s the information you need to understand why your legs are swelling, how to get your legs to stop swelling now, and how to prevent your...
What are my Legs Turning Different Colors?
Don’t freak out — skin discoloration is way more common than you think. Still, if your legs have been quickly shifting hues, or if you’re wondering why your legs are slowly changing colors, you probably have a few questions about...
How Common are Spider Veins?
If you’ve suddenly noticed a new, web-like arrival on your legs, you’re not alone — varicose and spider veins affect people of all ages, genders, races, religions and more around the world. However, the exact data about whom it...
What to Do When Varicose Veins Bleed
Developing varicose veins can lead to a range of issues. First, the new arrival of varicose veins means that sometimes your veins will protrude from the skin in ways you’re not quite used to. Occasionally, this leaves those veins...
Can Vein Valves Heal?
If you’ve done any research about varicose veins, you’re probably already familiar with the concept of vein valves. You might be aware that numerous vein problems, such as varicose veins, spider veins, and a host of other issues,...
Can Varicose Veins Heal Themselves?
If you’re one of many Americans with varicose veins, you might be taking a “wait and see” approach to treatment. After all, other medical ailments can be resolved with bedrest and some old fashioned self care — is it possible...