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Unmasking the Truth About Spider Veins: A Guide to Vein Health
As the seasons transition and the air gains a refreshing chill, it’s an opportune time to shed light on a common but often misunderstood issue – spider veins. These delicate, web-like networks of red and purple veins that appear on our legs and sometimes other parts of our bodies can be a source of concern...
Understanding the Link Between High Cholesterol, Stroke Risk, and Atherosclerosis
Stroke Risk, and Atherosclerosis National Cholesterol Education Month serves as a timely reminder of the vital role cholesterol plays in our overall health. With vascular diseases like stroke and atherosclerosis being leading causes of death worldwide, it’s crucial to comprehend how high cholesterol levels contribute to their risk. This article delves into the intricate connection...
Leg Care While Traveling: Mitigating the Risk of DVT During Air and Car Travel
When embarking on a journey, whether by air or car, we often focus on the excitement of the destination rather than the potential risks along the way. However, it’s crucial to pay attention to our leg health while traveling, particularly in terms of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in...
Treating Venous Ulcers Expert Care from Vascular Surgeons
Venous ulcers, also known as venous stasis ulcers, can be debilitating wounds that occur due to poor circulation in the legs. Seeking specialized care from vascular surgeons is crucial for effectively treating these ulcers. Vascular surgeons are medical professionals with extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing conditions related to blood vessels, including arteries and veins....
Carotid Artery Disease
Understanding the Increased Risk of Stroke and the Advantages of TCAR Procedure Carotid artery disease poses a significant risk to individuals worldwide, as it is a leading cause of stroke. This condition occurs when the carotid arteries, responsible for supplying blood to the brain, become narrowed or blocked by a buildup of plaque. The risk...
Treatment Options for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that often appear blue or purple, and can cause discomfort, pain, and cosmetic concerns. Varicose veins are caused by a malfunction in the valves of the veins. Veins are responsible for carrying blood back to the heart from the rest of the body. The veins in the legs have...
Are your legs ready for Spring?
Spider veins are like varicose veins, except for smaller ones. These small red, purple, and blue “threadlike” veins are visible on the skin’s surface. They occur on the legs but can also be found on the face. Spider veins vary in size and often look like a spider’s web or a tree branch. Spider veins...
March is National Nutrition Month – Feed your VEINS
Peripheral artery disease (PAD), diabetes, obesity, smoking, and Raynaud’s disease are some of the many causes of poor circulation. Several foods have been shown to help improve blood flow and support heart health, including garlic, onions, beets, berries, citrus fruits, and leafy greens. Reduced blood flow can cause unpleasant symptoms, such as pain, muscle cramps,...
Leg Pain and Vascular Disease
Leg pain can happen to people of all ages, and it feels different for each person. Your leg pain might feel like a dull ache that comes and goes, or it might be sudden and sharp. You could have leg pain only once in a while, or it might impact you daily. Because the symptoms...
DVT and Holiday Travel
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs. Deep vein thrombosis can cause leg pain or swelling. Sometimes there are no noticeable symptoms. You can get DVT if you have certain medical conditions that affect how the blood clots....
Save the Spider Webs for Halloween Decorations… Let us Treat your Spider Veins
Spider veins are like varicose veins, except for smaller ones. These small red, purple, and blue “threadlike” veins are visible on the skin’s surface. They occur on the legs but can also be found on the face. Spider veins vary in size and often look like a spider’s web or a tree branch. Spider veins...
September is Healthy Aging Month
Here at The Vascular and Vein Center at Gulf Coast Surgeons, we believe men and women shouldn’t be anxious about growing older. They shouldn’t have to go to doctors who merely gloss over their issues with medications and one-size-fits-all approaches. We have helped thousands of patients look and feel their best and experience optimal vitality,...