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What Men Need to Know about Varicose Veins

Aug 28, 2023
Most of us tend to assume that varicose veins are strictly a female issue due to media portrayals and advertisements marketed toward women. In reality, this common vascular condition affects both men and women. While many factors contribute to the problem, men often see these veins appear with age. Statistics show that 11 million men between the ages of 40 and 80 have been diagnosed with varicose veins. Here’s what these affected men should know.

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Alcohol Consumption and Vein Health

July 17, 2023
Most of us already know that healthy lifestyle choices play a significant role in our overall health. Smoking, obesity, and a sedentary schedule are often culprits in the development of varicose veins, but did you know that alcohol can be detrimental to your vein health? While it doesn’t directly lead to vein issues, alcohol can worsen preexisting conditions, including vein complications. Let’s explore the relationship between our vascular health and excessive alcohol consumption.

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Exploring the Connection Between Restless Leg Syndrome and Varicose Veins

July 14, 2023
Involuntary leg movements during sleep or prolonged sitting are likely the result of restless leg syndrome (RLS) or Willis-Ekbom Disease. RLS symptoms include fatigue, inability to sleep, jerking and twitching in the legs, and consistent discomfort.

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5 Varicose Vein Myths Debunked

May 19, 2023
If you’ve seen the first signs of possible varicose veins on your legs or feet, you might be scouring the internet for information about where they came from and what to do next. While online searches can be useful tools, the data conveyed through a quick Google search might not be entirely accurate.

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Postpartum Varicose Veins

April 25, 2023
While pregnancy is a time full of excitement and planning, most women expect to encounter certain discomforts, such as back pain and morning sickness. The onset of varicose veins might be a more unexpected side effect of pregnancy but can pose the same level of concern.

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How Pregnancy Affects Your Veins

April 4, 2023
During pregnancy, you probably expect your body to change in various ways. With so much to think about during this time, the least of your concerns might be the development of unsightly varicose veins. Unfortunately, varicose veins are a common pregnancy complication.

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Sitting & Vein Health

April 3, 2023
In today’s work climate, even the most active people are forced to sit for long periods of time due to their careers. Unless your job requires manual labor or you work in a gym, your profession likely requires you to sit behind a desk for large portions of the day.

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March is DVT Awareness Month

March 30, 2023
Each year, March brings a reminder of the dangers surrounding deep vein thrombosis and its direct connection to the often-fatal pulmonary embolism. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month brings attention to this issue, raising public awareness so that DVT is more easily recognized and treated.

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Why Are My Veins So Blue?

March 28, 2023
As we have mentioned in prior blog posts, veins and vein valves work to circulate blood flow towards the heart. Generally, we associate blood with the color red, so you might wonder why your veins appear blue. There can be many causes...

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Preparing for Vein Treatment

Nov 7, 2022
If you have never experienced vein treatment, you might wonder exactly what to expect. You are probably curious about what you will need both before and after the procedure. Any type of treatment can cause feelings of anxiety, but we strive to make your experience as...

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Why Do I Only Have Varicose Veins in One Leg?

Nov 3, 2022
When you think of varicose veins, you might assume that the onset of this issue should affect both legs at the same time. In fact, the opposite is often true. Those affected by varicose veins often report the development of varicose veins in only one leg. Worrying...

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The Seal of Approval: Varicosity’s IAC Accreditation

Oct 31, 2022
Your Health is Worth the Guarantee That IAC Accreditation Offers The Best Possible Vascular Testing Happens Here: Varicosity Earns IAC Accreditation When it comes to vascular testing, treatment should mean finding a place that strives for the highest standard of...

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Celebrities Who Have Struggled with Varicose Veins (What You Can Do About Yours)

Oct 27, 2022
Varicose veins affect all types of people, even the celebrities who look flawless on our screens. Being in the spotlight puts pressure on celebrities to look their best at all times. This creates the illusion that these gorgeous, famous people don’t encounter the same...

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A Guide to Smart Exercise with Varicose Veins

Oct 24, 2022
Varicose or “spider veins” occur when blood flow cannot travel back to the heart from your feet or legs. This is referred to as venous insufficiency. These veins become twisted, sometimes leading to swelling and discomfort. In addition to age, pregnancy, or genetic...

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Maintaining Vein Health During Travel

Feb 24, 2022
Traveling for work or pleasure (hello, spring break!) can be enjoyable, but some of the vein complications associated with long trips definitely is not. Whether you’re traveling by train, car, or airplane, the fact that you’re relatively inactive during travel can...

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Are Your Varicose Veins Signifying Something More Serious?

Feb 4, 2022
If you have varicose veins, you may bemoan them because of the way they look on your legs, but did you realize that they might signify something more sinister about your health? While some people never experience any issues with their varicose veins, others suffer...

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New Year, New Legs: Resolving to Achieve Happier, Healthier Legs in 2022

Jan 10, 2022
With a new year upon us, it’s time to set those resolutions. And if you’re one of the 22 million women and 11 million men that have varicose veins, a great resolution for you is to get your leg health in order.First, it’s important to really understand what varicose...

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Spider Veins vs. Varicose Veins: What’s the Difference?

Nov 30, 2021
You may have heard the words “spider veins” and “varicose veins” thrown around interchangeably, but do you know the difference between the two? About half the population in the U.S. suffers from some type of vein problem. It’s important understand what the two main...

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Why Winter Is the Perfect Time to Seek Treatment for Spider and Varicose Veins

Oct 22, 2021
As we get closer and closer to winter and the colder weather, it may be the ideal time to get treated for those spider veins or varicose veins you’ve been noticing on your legs. Varicosity Vein Center can offer convenient treatment options at any time of year, but...

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Venous Disease: Symptoms, Pain, and Treatment Taking the Right Steps to Alleviate Leg Pain

Sep 8, 2021
What happens when the valves in the veins in your legs don’t work properly? If you’ve noticed bluish blood vessels appearing on the skin or aching and swelling in the legs, you might be suffering from venous insufficiency. People who have veinous insufficiency have...

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Men and Venous Disease

Oct 5, 2021
Venous disease may be a condition that creeps in unexpectedly in the lives of men simply because varicose veins are often perceived as a women’s health issue. The common perception is that women may have vein problems after pregnancy or as they get older. Your...

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Varicose Veins and Exercise – What You Need to Know

Sep 17, 2021
Will my varicose veins get better or worse with exercise? That is a popular question we hear from patients who come into our clinic. The answer is always it depends… on the exercise. Planning an exercise routine while having varicose veins takes a little more thought...

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