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Modern Vein Disease Treatments; One Needle Stick
Physicians over centuries have experimented and studied different approaches to providing relief for patients. The gamut of therapies range from large incisions and physically stripping the veins to injecting salt or sugar water or various chemicals into them. In the...
A Trip to Honduras – My Journey Treating Vein Disease at its Worst
As a practicing physician in the ER (playfully referred to as my "day job", I mean, "night/weekend/holiday job"), I'm used to seeing the ugliest presentations of diseases in the body, when patients are super sick, or in dire need. As odd as...
Restless Leg Syndrome and Vein Disease
Having a good night’s sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your health. But if you have difficulty falling asleep or find yourself tossing and turning in bed at night, it might not be due to that second cup of afternoon coffee. You may be one of...
What Is Endovenous Thermal Ablation?
Endovenous Thermal Ablation is a medical procedure in which problematic varicose veins are sealed using heat. This procedure is also known as laser therapy and is used to treat venous disease in the legs. During the procedure, a catheter is used to direct heat to seal...
Why Are My Veins Itchy?
For many, itchy veins are a cosmetic concern. However, itchy veins can be indicative of vein disease, which can lead to more severe problems such as loss of mobility, swelling and skin discoloration. What is vein disease? Vein disease is any complication arising from...
What Is The Best Season For Vein Treatments?
For many, the colder months bring the promise of exciting winter activities. The snow offers us the chance to hit the slopes, take up snowshoeing, or do some sledding with the kids. For others, the idea of a cozy room with a warm fireplace and a cup of hot cocoa as...
What Is Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure that reduces the appearance of varicose and spider veins with the aid of an injection. Sclerotherapy vein treatments take around ten to thirty minutes and can be performed in your doctor’s office as an outpatient procedure. How...
Does Medicare Cover Varicose Vein Treatments?
Although varicose vein development is closely linked to aging, vein conditions can affect anyone at any age. Many people view varicose veins as a common condition that doesn’t require treatment, but untreated veins can lead to complications and painful symptoms such...
What Are The Differences Between Varicose and Spider Veins?
Many people confuse spider veins and varicose veins. Oftentimes these terms are viewed as synonyms for the same condition. However, there are a few key points that differentiate varicose and spider veins. How they're similar: Varicose & spider veins can be caused...
Varicose Veins: An Overview
The term “Varicose” is derived from the Latin word “Varix” meaning twisted. Accordingly, varicose veins are twisted and enlarged veins that appear close to the surface of the skin. They are often a result of increased pressure and strain on particular veins which in...