Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, painful superficial veins resulting from poorly functioning valves. Varicose veins are common. They mostly affect women. Varicose veins are also called varicosity and varicosis. In severe cases, varicose veins can lead to skin changes resulting in eczema, pigmentation, and ulceration or bleeding. A vein is a blood vessel that carries blood low in...

The diagnosis of venous disorders including varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency requires an examination and tests performed by a qualified physician who specializes in venous diseases. These physicians are called Phlebologists. Patients should inquire about the physician's qualifications as a Phlebologist. A Phlebologist is a specialist with the most modern tools, techniques, and...

Vein treatment has become an increasingly popular medical option for people that have different types of vein problems in their arms and legs. Varicose veins and spider veins are the most common vein problems around today for people in the United States and everyone wants to rid themselves of these vein problems as quickly as possible. They are unsightly veins that appear in the arms and legs of...

Spider veins and small varicosities frequently form on the legs. These can be easily and safely treated using painless injections of special solutions which shrink the blood vessels. Effective treatment usually requires several visits to the office with gradual improvement after each visit. On the initial visit, your vein problem will be assessed and an estimate regarding the time required and...

Varicose veins are veins that have become enlarged and are usually found in the legs or feet. However, they may appear as high as the groin area. The veins are usually purple or dark blue in color and in some cases may appear to be bulging. Varicose veins are usually the result of standing or walking for long periods. They may develop as a result of pregnancy or simply from growing older. Women...