Around one-third of women will be affected by chronic pelvic pain at some point during their lifetime. There are many different causes of pelvic pain. A thorough physical examination is usually necessary to identify the cause in each case. One cause of chronic pelvic pain is pelvic congestion syndrome. What is pelvic congestion syndrome? Pelvic congestion syndrome is caused by varicose veins … [Read more...]
Remove Varicose Veins Permanently with Sclerotherapy
In your lifetime, you could come across various venous disorders. Two such conditions are varicose veins and spider veins. Spider veins are small blue or red vessels visible within the skin, usually on the leg, face, neck, or chest area. Varicose veins, on the other hand, are veins that are roughly ¼ inch in diameter that usually cause pain, fatigue, and swelling. Sometimes, varicose veins can … [Read more...]
How Leg Pain Can Be a Sign of Vascular Disease
You understand that when your chest tightens, you might have vascular issues, but did you know that leg pain can also be a telltale sign? If you have aches and pains in your legs on a regular basis or if they often feel fatigued, you may want to consider vascular issues as the source. The vascular system includes the network of veins and arteries that allows blood to flow to and from all of … [Read more...]
Could Varicose Veins Be Causing My Edema?
When your legs are swollen, you might be uncomfortable in many ways. Your legs might feel tired and not hold you as long as they used to. They also might look strange, and you may never want to wear shorts because of their appearance. Swollen legs, also known as edema, should be evaluated when they occur more than on just a rare occasion. You might notice them more after a long day of sitting or … [Read more...]
Getting Sclerotherapy after Vein Surgery
If you are suffering from spider or varicose veins or have undergone vein surgery, you are a likely candidate for Sclerotherapy. You should have an understanding of what Sclerotherapy is and how it can help you. What is Sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy is a procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins. Varicose veins refer to large, swollen, and raised veins that twist and turn. … [Read more...]
Spider Veins – When is the Right Time to Start Treatment?
Spider veins are like varicose veins, only smaller. They are often caused by weak or damaged valves in the veins. They are aesthetically unappealing on the legs, and they can even cause discomfort. No one enjoys having them or seeing them though they are common and affect nearly half of all women and just a little under half of all men. There are some things that increase your risk of getting … [Read more...]
Lipodermatosclerosis – What It Is and How to Treat It
Lipodermatosclerosis is a disorder that targets the skin just above a person’s ankle who has a long history of venous disease that results in chronic venous insufficiency. Lipodermatosclerosis refers to scarring of both the skin and fat. It’s a gradual process that happens slowly over the course of many years. The disorder affects the skin area just above the person’s ankle, typically on the … [Read more...]
Laser Treatment for Vein Disorders
Varicose veins and spider veins are vein disorders that are usually seen in the legs. We can treat them both with laser treatments that are safe and effective. Laser treatments are a highly focused beam of light that creates scar tissue that in turn closes the vein. Once it loses its source of blood, the treated vein dies and will disappear over time. There are two main types of laser treatments … [Read more...]
Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins
If you have varicose veins, you know how difficult they are to cover up. You also know that they can be painful, and they can potentially cause other health issues. If you have varicose veins, you wish that you could get them to go away. You may have tried other things, but nothing works completely. The good news is that with modern technology, there are options out there that you have not yet … [Read more...]
Benefits of ELVeS® Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins visible under the skin. They most commonly occur in the legs. They are caused by weak valves in the veins that allow blood to pool in the veins instead of returning to the heart. Eventually, the veins enlarge and become visible. In many cases, varicose veins are unsightly, but not a cause for concern. However, sometimes they cause pain and swelling in the … [Read more...]
