How Are Leg Ulcers Treated? Venous leg ulcers are open wounds or unhealed sores that can develop on your leg. Without treatment, these painful sores can be slow to heal or come back after they have healed. Fortunately, vein doctors can provide treatment for leg ulcers. Leg...
Filip KNovember 20, 2017
The Basics of Varicose Veins and Blood Clots Varicose veins and blood clots are two separate and distinct conditions. Discolored, bulging, and often painful veins, varicose veins arise when blood backs up and pools in certain bodily tissues. This is usually caused by a loss of...
Filip KNovember 14, 2017
Swelling that occurs around the ankles and near the calves can be an early indicator that serious problems are occurring. However, leg swelling could just be a temporary condition that is caused by a minor injury or from sitting too long. So, how are you...
Filip KNovember 7, 2017
Your lymph system is an interconnected network of nodes and tubes or vessels that plays an integral role in the body’s immune system and also serves to drain away excess fluids, waste, and toxins that collect in the body’s soft tissues. The lymph fluid inside...
Filip KOctober 25, 2017
If you have varicose veins, you may be familiar with symptoms like aching and fatigue that tend to be more common with physical activity. And that might lead you to believe that being more physically active and engaging in activities like running and jogging is...
Filip KOctober 11, 2017
About 25 million people in the U.S. have varicose veins, and for many, these ugly, purplish-blue, bulging veins may be considered no more than a cosmetic concern, making their legs, ankle or feet look old and unattractive. But the fact is, varicose veins can be...
Filip KOctober 5, 2017
If you have varicose veins or if you’re concerned about your vein health, you probably know that getting regular exercise is one of the best ways to maintain healthy circulation in your veins and in your arteries too. Generally speaking, when you’re active, your entire...
Filip KSeptember 25, 2017
Lymphedema is a chronic condition brought about by cancer treatment in many individuals. Its most common symptom is swelling of one or more of your extremities, such as leg(s) or arm(s). Swelling can also appear in lymph nodes in the neck, head or genital area. Our skilled...
Filip KSeptember 21, 2017
The Importance of Vein Health Nobody likes varicose veins, but few people realize just how serious the condition can be. These dark, bugling and twisting veins are widely reviled for aesthetic reasons. They can make otherwise smooth, unblemished, and youthful skin appear lumpy, mottled, and,...
Filip KSeptember 13, 2017
