Can Reticular Veins Cause Pain?
If you have vein problems, you may very well hear terms such as varicose veins, reticular veins, and spider veins, as well as telangiectasias. The terminology can be confusing, but the reality of the situation is that these names refer to very similar conditions. Here’s more information, courtesy of Dr. Charles Dietzek of the Vein and Vascular Institute of […]
What Vitamins are Good for Your Veins?
Healthy eating habits can help prevent a lot of medical problems, including problems that affect your vascular system. If you have varicose veins or spider veins – or if you’re at risk for developing vein problems – you can optimize your vein health by making sure your diet is chock full of these important vitamins: 5 Vitamins and Minerals for […]
DVT vs Leg Cramp: What’s the Difference?
Leg cramps can occur for lots of reasons – overexertion or repetitive use, pulled or strained muscles, dehydration, for instance, all of which are relatively benign and easily treated. But sometimes, that aching pain can be a sign of one of the most serious vein problems – DVT or deep vein thrombosis. When it comes to leg […]
How Long Does it Take to Recover from Varicose Vein Surgery?
About one out of every five adults in the U.S. has varicose veins, according to the National Library of Medicine, and far more have spider veins, those tiny, purplish-red veins that look like wispy spider webs when they form in clusters. For some people, these diseased veins cause few symptoms beyond their unattractive appearance, while others […]