While a blood clot can happen to anyone, they tend to be more prevalent in women for hormonal reasons. Today we take a look at that and give you the lowdown on what you, as a woman, need to know to keep yourself safe. Blood clots can occur at any age in both men and
While it may seem odd to think that issues with damaged veins in your legs could so drastically potentially affect what goes on in the circulator system encased in your brain, the truth is that the link is not only real but direct. What is a Stroke? A stroke happens when blood flow is cut
Restless Leg Syndrome and Varicose Veins – Are They Related? While varicose veins are unpleasant and uncomfortable enough in and of themselves, patients often experience further discomfort from other associated conditions that arise alongside varicose veins and other venous conditions. Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is one such condition, that can best be described as an
Vein issues can be serious no matter your state of health, but if you are diabetic, you very much need to be aware and if you notice any symptoms or signs of venous insufficiency, see a vein specialist immediately to avoid serious complications. Though diabetes does not cause or lead into varicose veins, being overweight
While blood clots can occur at any age and in both men and women, they are more likely to occur in men over the age of 50 and more likely to occur in women under the age of 50, or generally what is considered to be the child-bearing years. While men and women share many
Over the last couple of decades, science has brought to light the truth about smoking. That it is carcinogenic (can cause cancer) and do damage to the body overall. It may harm your lungs, your oral health, your heart, make you appear older than you are, and even contribute to vein disease. When the circulatory
Dr. Zuzga and his staff were all very pleasant and personable and went out of their way to make me feel comfortable.