Choosing the best vein treatment center in your area can be difficult if you don't know where to start. Varicose veins and spider veins can affect patients differently and therefore you need to find a treatment provider who understands your specific vein needs.
Varicose veins occur whenever your veins become overfilled, dilated, or enlarged due to an increase of blood. Also known as varicoses or varicosities, these veins usually appear raised and swollen and have a blue, purple, or red tint to them. They can be very painful. In most cases, varicose veins show up on the lower legs. Around 25% of all adults have varicose veins and it is most common in women.
Also known as thread veins, spider veins are very similar to varicose veins. However, they are smaller and usually just red instead of blue or purple. Spider veins often resemble branches on a tree or a spider web. They can often be seen underneath the skin however they do not appear swollen or cause the skin to bulge like varicose veins do.
Varicose veins and spider veins are caused when your veins can no longer pump blood normally. This can be due to several factors such as weakened veins due to age, or pressure on the legs due to standing for long periods. Normally, healthy veins have valves that work as one-way flaps for blood to pump through. But if the valves fail to close as they should, blood will leak back into the lower part of the vein instead of pumping to the heart.
If your veins are not causing you pain and are not swollen severely, treatment at home such as resting, elevating your legs, and wearing compression socks can be useful. However, if these methods do not work, you may require treatment from a professional. Here are several options your doctor may suggest to you.
The effects of varicose veins can vary from one person to the next. Some may not experience any pain with them. Others with larger veins may have severe pain that includes aching and throbbing. And there are also times when varicose veins can lead to serious health issues.
Here are some of the common health issues that may be caused by varicose veins.
Sores and skin ulcers can occur when blood is collected in the veins for a long period. They can be painful and may be difficult to heal.
Also known as blood clots, these can form in the veins just below the skin. These blood clots can cause redness to occur as well as pain and swelling.
DVT occurs when blood clots occur deep under the skin. There may not be any signs or symptoms or the clot could cause you pain, swelling, and a pulling feeling in your calf.
BASS Vein Center offers some of the very best treatment options for varicose veins that are available. Residents of East Bay, Concord, and the Brentwood areas can visit the BASS Vein Center for varicose veins and spider vein treatment. When searching for vein treatment near me, be sure to contact us for more details.
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