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Why Do Leg Ulcers Bleed?

For most people, a small cut or injury on the leg isn’t a big deal as the wound will usually heal itself in a few days. However, for some people leg wounds may not heal naturally and can occasionally start to bleed. When this happens...
camila
December 19, 2018
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Can varicose veins cause low blood pressure?

Having low blood pressure is not a good feeling. It can mean dizziness, shaking, nausea, and even fainting, along with other issues and concerns. But one of the most important things to know about low blood pressure is what’s causing it. That way it can...
camila
December 10, 2018
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Are Varicose Veins Common During Pregnancy?

One of the unfortunate and uncomfortable side effects of pregnancy is varicose veins. We will take a look at why pregnancy increases your risk of developing itchy, painful and swollen veins and what you can do to prevent it from happening. Why are Varicose Veins...
camila
December 5, 2018
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The Biggest Dangers in Having Blood Clots

The ability to clot the blood is important to prevent you from severe bleeding after a minor injury. Once the wound has healed, the body will break down and remove the clot. Sometimes, however, blood clots occur in places that block oxygen and blood flow,...
camila
November 26, 2018
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The Importance of Maintaining Your Vein Health

The consequences of poor vascular health are severe and can shorten your life. Almost as disastrous, poor vein health, leading to issues like non-healing leg ulcers, can ruin your quality of life. Put simply: ignoring vein health can lead to crippling complications, and modern vein care is quick and...
camila
October 25, 2018
BlogLeg Ulcers

Venous Insufficiency Ulcers, Symptoms and Treatment

Poor circulation in your lower legs can cause painful open wounds called leg ulcers to develop. Without treatment, these ulcers can expand into deeper tissue, become infected, and cause systemic problems like sepsis (a life-threatening infection in your bloodstream). If you’ve developed open sores on your lower...
camila
September 26, 2018