Deep vein thrombosis is a clot that forms in a deep leg vein. It can cause warmth, tenderness, pain, and as it progresses it can block the artery or vein entirely causing the limb to get cold, turn blue or purple, and go numb. If you are experiencing leg pain it isn’t something you can
When your legs begin to ache or show weird previously non presented symptoms you may not know what to think or automatically jump to vein disease. This leads many people to ignore what they feel in hoping it will magically go away. If indeed it is the onset of vein issues, it will not just
What IS Microphlebectomy? Micro means small. Phlebectomy literally means the removal of veins. The microphlebectomy procedure removes large bulging varicose veins that look like twisting ropes under the skin on your legs. This procedure has been used to replace the older version which was ambulatory phlebectomy. The microphlebectomy is much preferred as it leaves no
If you have lived with varicose veins it is likely you have looked into how to get rid of them. Maybe you googled in hopes of finding some miraculous natural remedy or even looked a bit into what treatment options are available. There is so much information and misinformation out there that it can be
If you are dealing with venous insufficiency issues you know that having varicose, spider or other vein problems can wear you down. They can make you self conscious and can be painful on a daily basis. Many patients give up on summer and wear long pants year round making hotter months far less comfortable. You
Compression stockings and socks are used by those with vein issues as well as athletes. Compression garments feel good and help support good circulation. Compared to regular hosiery compression stockings are comprised of stronger elastic creating pressure at certain points throughout the legs, namely in the feet, ankles, and knees. The elastics are the tightest
Dr. Zuzga and his staff were all very pleasant and personable and went out of their way to make me feel comfortable.