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Learning More About Veins

Published on May 3, 2019
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Veins are elastic blood vessels that carry blood from different parts of the body to the heart. Most veins carry deoxygenated blood to the heart, the only exceptions being pulmonary and umbilical veins that carry oxygenated blood to the heart.

Compression Stockings to Address Embarrassing Veins

Published on April 10, 2019
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Do you suffer from varicose veins? Are you embarrassed about your veins popping out from underneath your skin, making your legs look unattractive? There’s a way you can address this problem. You can wear compression socks and stockings that can

Treat Varicose Veins with Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation

Published on March 8, 2019
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Millions of people around the world are affected by varicose veins. While this does result in problems with blood circulation in a few people; for most, varicose veins can be a massive cosmetic problem. Living with varicose veins can be

Understanding and Addressing Reticular Veins

Published on February 6, 2019
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When it comes to vein-related medical conditions, most of us have heard about varicose veins or spider veins. However, there is a third condition that is less spoken of, but almost as common – it’s called reticular veins. Reticular veins

Is Laser Vein Removal a Safe Option?

Published on February 1, 2019
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Having a lot of veins that cover your face and body can be incredibly annoying, especially if they’re prominent and not easy to hide. Veins appear suddenly in a lot of people and there’s not much you can do about

Worried About Getting a Vein Treatment?

Published on January 11, 2019
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Varicose veins and spider veins can be problematic medical conditions that not only involve cosmetic concerns but also can be physically debilitating in the more severe cases. Although there are a number of medical procedures for treating veins, people are

Understanding Spider Veins and Your Treatment Options

Published on November 6, 2018
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Spider veins, like varicose veins, stem from the same underlying cause known as “chronic venous insufficiency” or “venous reflux”. This usually signifies a deeper problem than what we’d like to imagine. Therefore, it is best to talk to a medical

Ambulatory Microphlebectomy for Superficial Varicose Veins

Published on September 20, 2018
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1 in 5 adults in the United States has varicose veins. These purple bumpy veins, usually on your legs, can be an aesthetic issue that starts to interfere with your quality of life. If you’re unlucky, it might also cause

The Anatomy of a Vein

Published on August 30, 2018
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The human body is a complex system that is made up of many different components that allow it to function properly. Among the most vital components in the body are the veins. They are pathways that help to transport blood

The Benefits of Compression Therapy for the Venous System

Published on August 2, 2018
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Compression therapy is beneficial to the venous system because it can improve blood flow throughout the body to the heart. The venous system is the network of blood vessels throughout the body. But before we jump into any of its