8+ Things You Should Know About Varicose and Spider Veins
You’re not alone if you have started to notice that you have spider or varicose veins. It is a very common condition that affects millions of Americans. You may be concerned that they are unsightly – but are they dangerous? Read on for 8+ things you should know about spider and varicose veins! Varicose and spider …
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Traveling Safely With Varicose Veins
Now that it is vacation season, are you itching to get out of the house and are you ready for some adventure? Traveling is great for so many reasons – but if you have varicose veins you need to take special care of yourself while traveling. Read on for some tips about how to stay healthy while …
7 Signs of Poor Blood Circulation
As you probably know, having a circulatory system that functions properly is a very important part of staying healthy. However, you probably don’t put much thought into your circulatory system until something goes wrong with it. Ideally, problems can be caught before they become too serious – here are 7 signs that you may be …
When should you see a doctor about a wound?
The human body really is amazing. Take, for instance, how it rushes to heal itself after it has been wounded. However, there are times when even the human body can’t do it on its own – there are some cases when you should see a doctor to get help for a wound. Read on for some …
Do men get varicose veins?
The answer to this question is yes they do – but much less often than women do. It is estimated that 1 in 3 American women have varicose veins, but only 1 in 10 men do. So why are women more likely to have varicose veins? What causes varicose veins? In both men and women, varicose …
Foods to Eat for Circulatory System Health
There are no doubt foods that you just can’t eat (like spicy Thai food) and foods you just shouldn’t eat (like that second piece of chocolate cake). And, of course, there are also foods you can eat to stay healthy, and foods you know you should avoid. If you have a history of vascular problems, or …
What You Should Know About Sclerotherapy
Spider veins are those “web-like” clusters of veins that are visible just beneath the skin of the face and legs. Although they aren’t harmful to your health, they are unsightly and can cause discomfort. Sclerotherapy offers a solution to spider veins, and there are many benefits to this procedure. 9 things you should know about sclerotherapy: 1. …
What is deep vein thrombosis?
The circulatory system is quite impressive, but it is also quite complex, and that means there are many possible ways that problems can develop. Deep vein thrombosis is one very serious problem that can occur because of a problem within the veins. But what is deep vein thrombosis, and are you at risk? Deep vein thrombosis …
6 Things You Should Know About Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes or you’ve been living with it for a while, you probably know that diabetic foot ulcers can be a serious problem and something that you should constantly keep an eye out for. But what are these foot ulcers and why are they a problem for people with diabetes …
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6 Signs It Is Time to See a Vein Specialist
You may think that spider or varicose veins in your legs are unsightly but nothing to really worry about. However, beyond cosmetic reasons, there are reasons to be concerned about leg veins. Vein disorders can be quite serious – here are 6 signs that it is time to see a specialist about your veins. It …
