Very often varicose veins are visible. They are easily identified in a simple physical exam. Certain medical tests and procedures can be invaluable when it comes to determining the extent of the vascular damage as well as to rule out conditions. If you are living with varicose or spider veins, you will need to consult
If your legs ache, swell and show signs of varicose or spider veins you may assume that you have venous insufficiency. While you are most likely correct in your self diagnoses, it is important to follow up with a professional Tampa Vein Specialist such as Dr. Mark Zuzga to pinpoint more accurately what exactly is
Outside of the visual appearance of bluish purple colored raised veins the most widely used and accurate method of diagnosis is the duplex ultrasound which can pinpoint underlying vein conditions. Ultrasound is performed by a registered vascular technologist who can find precisely where the leakage is occurring. From there an effective and logical treatment plan
Americans are obsessed with shoes. We love style and own multiple pairs in order to match our ever-growing wardrobes. Form may be initially valued over function, but when you have leg pain or foot pain, choosing the correct foot ware becomes vital. Venous insufficiency affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause leg swelling, heaviness,
Varicose veins are only a symptom of venous insufficiency or vein disease. While they can be problematic, they are not the only bodily effect. If you have chronic insufficiency of the venous system, you may also experience leg ulcerations on the skin that are very hard to heal as well as discoloration of the skin
At West Florida Vein Center, we realize that most of our patients are not doctors themselves and many have likely only a basic understanding of the vascular circulatory system as a whole. While this is generally fine, as a person ages or their vein health becomes an issue, there may come a time when treatment
Dr. Zuzga and his staff were all very pleasant and personable and went out of their way to make me feel comfortable.