Varicose
Veins
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What Are Varicose
Veins ?
Varicose veins are large, ropy veins that twist through your legs. Varicose veins are usually quite prominent on the surface of your legs. In addition to their unattractive appearance, varicose veins can cause some very uncomfortable and difficult symptoms.
If you don’t get treatment for varicose veins, they can grow much worse, potentially extending to the deep veins that act as a main pathway to relay blood back to your heart. This leads to blood pooling in all your leg veins, potentially causing:
- Leg pain
Leg swelling
Itchy skin
Discolored skin (skin pigmentation changes like darkening)
Achy legs
Leg cramps
Leg ulcers
If you have varicose veins you’re more likely to develop deep vein thrombosis, a potentially life-threatening condition in which you develop a blood clot in one of your deep veins.
Although deep vein thrombosis is a rare condition, it’s important to speak with your Advanced Vascular specialists to understand your personal risk level and how you can take steps to prevent it.
What Causes Varicose
Veins ?
The main underlying cause of vein disease, including varicose veins, is venous reflux. If you have venous reflux, it essentially means that your vein valves don’t work efficiently. This leads to blood flowing back down into your legs rather than up to the heart where it should be.
If untreated, venous reflux may eventually cause chronic venous insufficiency, also known as chronic venous disease. If you develop chronic venous disease, you can develop varicose veins and all the troublesome symptoms that go with them.
Certain factors, including aging, being female, being obese, smoking, and standing for long periods, can increase your risk for varicose veins and other vein problems.
What is the best way to eliminate
Varicose veins?
Advanced Vascular is a full-service vein treatment facility that offers varicose vein treatments. Every treatment is customized for your needs and comfort, so your provider helps you decide which approach works best for you.
Although conservative management approaches such as exercise, weight loss, and compression hosiery can help reduce certain varicose vein symptoms, these measures don’t treat the veins themselves. To effectively treat varicose veins, your provider typically uses minimally invasive procedures including:
- Endovenous radiofrequency ablation
- Ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy
- VenaSeal™
These treatment approaches are faster, easier, and considerably less painful than surgical techniques. Vein stripping require many incisions and a long recovery period.
Book your appointment at Advanced Vascular online or call the office for varicose vein help now.
Are They a Sign of a
Bigger Problem?
Sometimes, yes. While many varicose veins are simply cosmetic, serious cases can lead to:
- Pain or aching legs
- Swelling
- Skin discoloration (brownish patches)
- Itching or burning over the vein
- Ulcers (especially around the ankles)
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis, DVT)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly occur in the legs and feet due to weakened vein walls and faulty valves. They are often visible under the skin and may appear blue or purple.
What are the symptoms of varicose veins?
- Bulging, rope-like veins under the skin
- Aching, throbbing, or heaviness in the legs
- Swelling in the lower legs and ankles
- Itching or skin discoloration around the affected veins
- Night cramps or restless legs
How are varicose veins diagnosed?
We conduct a physical exam and may recommend a duplex ultrasound to evaluate blood flow and check for valve dysfunction or clots.
Is treatment painful?
Most modern treatments are minimally invasive and performed with local anesthesia. Patients typically experience mild discomfort and quick recovery.
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