Q: I know that varicose veins are typically the result of failed valves within veins. So is there anything I can do to improve the health of the valves in my veins? A: Varicose veins are the result of a number of potential factors, including hereditary disposition, hormonal changes, weight gain and overall health. That […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...It’s true that sex – that is, the biological differences between men and women – play a role in the development of varicose veins. Nearly a quarter of all adults suffer from varicose veins, usually in the lower limbs. While it’s a myth that men aren’t at-risk for developing them, studies have shown women are […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Stage 1 “Spider Veins” Spider veins are likely the first vein issue to be noticed. They occur in 40% of woman and 18% of men. Spider veins occur in the smallest surface veins. The dilation makes the veins appear to spread like spider webs. Stage 2 “Varicose Veins” This is the stage/classification for varicose, larger […]
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