Varicose veins are quite common, in fact, over 30 million people are left undiagnosed. Varicose veins are enlarged veins that appear twisted and bulging typically in the back of the legs below or behind the knee. These areas are often raised above the skin and can be painful. The cause of varicose veins are the valves that prevent backflow in your veins have become weak or damaged, creating the pooling of blood that is visible on the skin. If left untreated, varicose veins can be painful, lead to leg swelling, venous eczema, skin thickening, and ulceration.
Spider veins are a milder version of varicose veins, and while they may not be painful, they are often frustrating to get rid of. Just like varicose veins, they are caused by a back up of blood in the smaller veins just below the skin surface. The Vascular Center offers a spider vein treatment clinic on Saturdays to provide more convenient times for our patients.
RISK FACTORS
SYMPTOMS
VARICOSE VEIN TREATMENT
If left untreated varicose vein symptoms including leg pain and swelling can become worse, and even cause other circulatory problems such as blood clots. You should consult a physician if you are experiencing signs or symptoms of varicose veins.
THE BENEFITS OF TREATMENT
MY OPTIONS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENTS?
At the Vascular Center, we offer the very best methods and the latest technology to treat vein problems. We help patients determine which treatment option is most appropriate for their specific medical needs. Options include:
Need more information on varicose veins? Visit the Society for Vascular Surgery’s Patient Resources section here.
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