If you have been diagnosed with carotid artery disease (also known as carotid artery stenosis), you may be wondering what that means. Carotid artery disease is a condition in which the carotid arteries- the two large blood vessels that carry blood to your head and brain- become narrowed due to plaque build-up. This can lead…
Did you know that one of the most common types of leg ulcers is venous stasis ulcers? If you don’t, you’re in for a surprise! In this blog post, we will go over seven facts concerning venous stasis ulcers that will affect the way you treat them. So, whether you’re a healthcare professional or simply…
People often get spider veins on their legs and arms. While they are not harmful, they can be unsightly and make people self-conscious about their appearance. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get rid of spider veins. We will also provide some tips for preventing them from coming back. So, if you…
An abdominal aortic aneurysm, also known as AAA or stomach aneurysm, is a condition in which the main artery supplying blood to the belly, pelvis, and legs becomes enlarged and bulges out. This weak spot in the artery wall is at risk of rupturing and causing severe bleeding. If you are concerned that you may…
Did you know that in the United States, lung cancer is the most common type of cancer death among both men and women? More individuals die from lung cancer each year than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. That’s why it’s so important to learn about the symptoms and treatment options for this deadly…
Did you know that one in every two people will develop vein disease in their lifetime? Vein disease in legs is one of the most commonly misunderstood medical conditions today. Many people think that it only affects older individuals, but this isn’t the case at all. In fact, vein disease can affect anyone, at…
If you are looking for a new way to treat varicose veins, then Varithena may be the answer. In this blog post, we will discuss what Varithena does for varicose veins and the advantages of using this procedure over others. What is Varithena and What Does it Do Varithena…
What is Venous Disease? Venous disease is a condition that affects the venous system, which includes veins and venules in the body. Data from Circulation AHA Journals indicates that varicose veins affect more than 25 million adults in the United States and more than 6 million with more advanced venous disease. It can be…
Venous insufficiency is a condition that affects your veins and can lead without appropriate intervention, to serious complications. Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins’ natural valves become insufficient, or leaky, allowing blood to flow back towards the feet. Varicose veins have an estimated prevalence between 5% and 30% in the adult population, with a female:…
Leg swelling generally occurs because of an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the lower extremity. In our practice, the term we use for leg swelling from excessive fluid is peripheral edema. Peripheral edema occurs when fluid builds up in the tissues of the lower leg. It can be caused by a…