Most of us know what varicose veins look like – those bulging, twisting lines that protrude above the surface of the skin on the lower leg. However, the visible veins are not the only sign that you might have an…
Varicose veins are a common condition that affects more than half of all men and women over the age of 60 in the U.S. While the condition may seem easy to diagnose by simply looking at the leg, there are…
Varicose veins are a condition that can cause discomfort and embarrassment for sufferers. In addition to the visible twisting veins that make you self-conscious about wearing spring and summer styles, the condition can also be accompanied with symptoms like cramping…
There are many effective ways to treat varicose veins today and most procedures involve little discomfort or downtime. While this is a huge improvement over traditional vein stripping that involved significant pain and an extended recovery period. While more choices…
You might not be thinking much about those varicose veins hiding under long pants and boots this winter. However, spring will be here before you know it and pretty soon, those legs are going to want to come out to…
Varicose veins, often connected to an elderly female family member, are actually a common occurrence in both men and women of all ages. While it is true the condition affects the elderly more often, the condition can be seen in…
Varicose veins are bulging, twisting rope-like veins that appear on the surface of the skin. In addition to their unappealing appearance, these veins can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like achy legs, swelling in the legs and feet and painful cramping,…
Varicose veins have traditionally been seen as a condition that plagues middle-aged women. However, these bulging, twisting veins are not restricted to the female population. As many as 25 percent of men between the ages of 30 and 40 will…
Painful, unsightly varicose veins plague the majority of women and many men as they reach the middle years of life. Risk factors for varicose veins include heredity, excessive weight gain and long periods of standing. While it is impossible to…
Ulcers are open sores that appear on the lower leg and foot. They may be very difficult to treat and have a high recurrence rate. The first step in dealing with these ulcers is identification of the specific ulcer type,…
