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What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are swollen veins that can be seen through the skin. They often have a bulging, twisted appearance. Some varicose veins may be very large and discolored. Others may be smaller. They can occur anywhere on the legs, including the groin area.
What causes varicose veins?
Blood must flow up, against gravity, to exit the legs and return to the heart. Our leg veins have one-way valves that assist in this process. Those valves can malfunction and leak, causing blood to flow in the wrong direction. The blood then pools in the legs, increasing the pressure in the veins. This is known as venous reflux disease or Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI). Venous reflux is one of the most common causes of varicose veins.
People with varicose veins and venous reflux may feel leg pain, leg heaviness, leg fatigue and/or leg swelling. Itching of the skin of the legs is also a very common complaint. Standing may worsen symptoms. Many people will notice the appearance of bulging legs veins. However, some people will only feel discomfort but not notice any cosmetic changes.
It is important to understand that varicose veins and venous reflux are NOT necessarily simple cosmetic problems. This can be a sign of an abnormal condition in the circulation. In addition to pain, some individuals may be at risk for chronic swelling, permanent skin discoloration, open wounds and even blood clots. With early diagnosis and treatment, long-term complications can usually be prevented. Treatment often has the added benefit of improving aesthetics, even in cases that are not considered “cosmetic.”
Who is at risk for varicose veins?
Prolonged standing or sitting on one place, family history of varicose veins, and being overweight are all known risks. In addition, increasing age and pregnancy are risk factors. Some people may develop varicose veins without having any of these known conditions.
An experienced vascular specialist can make the diagnosis with a combination of a medical history, physical examination and a painless vascular test called a Doppler ultrasound (also known as a venous duplex scan.) Making the correct diagnosis is essential in properly treating this condition.
How are varicose veins and venous reflux treated?
Sometimes compression stockings will be sufficient to control symptoms and prevent complications. When procedures are needed, current technology and
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It is important to understand that varicose veins and venous reflux are NOT necessarily simple cosmetic problems. This can be a sign of an abnormal condition in the circulation. In addition to pain, some individuals may be at risk for chronic swelling, permanent skin discoloration, open wounds and even blood clots. With early diagnosis and treatment, long-term complications can usually be prevented. Treatment often has the added benefit of improving aesthetics, even in cases that are not considered “cosmetic.”
Who is at risk for varicose veins?
Prolonged standing or sitting on one place, family history of varicose veins, and being overweight are all known risks. In addition, increasing age and pregnancy are risk factors. Some people may develop varicose veins without having any of these known conditions.
An experienced vascular specialist can make the diagnosis with a combination of a medical history, physical examination and a painless vascular test called a Doppler ultrasound (also known as a venous duplex scan.) Making the correct diagnosis is essential in properly treating this condition.
How are varicose veins and venous reflux treated?
Sometimes compression stockings will be sufficient to control symptoms and prevent complications. When procedures are needed, current technology and
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People with varicose veins and venous reflux may feel leg pain, leg heaviness, leg fatigue and/or leg swelling. Itching of the skin of the legs is also a very common complaint. Standing may worsen symptoms. Many people will notice the appearance of bulging legs veins. However, some people will only feel discomfort but not notice any cosmetic changes. I thought varicose veins are just a cosmetic problem. Is that true?
It is important to understand that varicose veins and venous reflux are NOT necessarily simple cosmetic problems. This can be a sign of an abnormal condition in the circulation. In addition to pain, some individuals may be at risk for chronic swelling, permanent skin discoloration, open wounds and even blood clots. With early diagnosis and treatment, long-term complications can usually be prevented. Treatment often has the added benefit of improving aesthetics, even in cases that are not considered “cosmetic.”
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How are varicose veins and venous reflux treated?
Sometimes compression stockings will be sufficient to control symptoms and prevent complications. When procedures are needed, current technology and techniques, allow for treatment WITHOUT Jeffrey S. Gosin, MD, FACS the need for painful surgery. One of the best, most proven treatments for venous reflux is the Closure® Procedure, now referred to as Venefit™. This minimally invasive procedure is performed right in the office in less than 30 minutes, with no incisions, minimal discomfort, and excellent results.
How long is the recovery from vein treatment?
In most cases individuals can return to their usual activities within a day of the procedure.
Venous reflux disease is a medical condition. Therefore, in many cases, varicose vein treatment is covered by health insurance. An experienced vein treatment center will have insurance specialists who will work with your insurance company to confirm coverage.
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