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The human body is made up of nearly 60,000 miles of superficial, pulmonary, and systemic veins. Veins are responsible for carrying blood throughout the body to maintain adequate circulation from head to toe. However, when veins experience damage, they can appear as varicose veins. What Are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are very common with approximately…

Varicose veins aren’t just unsightly, but they can also be uncomfortable and lead to worse other serious problems, some of which may require surgery to correct. Luckily, there are some ways to treat varicose veins at home with exercise. If you’re considering exercise to reduce the discomfort and appearance of your varicose veins, there are…

Experiencing an intense itch on your legs? It might not be from a bug bite or an allergy. It could be caused by varicose veins. Learn about why this happens and explore the various treatment options that are available for itchy varicose veins. What are varicose veins? Veins, which are a part of your circulatory…

Have you ever looked down and realized the veins on your feet are bulging? If so, you may benefit from an appointment with Dr. Tif Siragusa. Sudden bulging veins on top of feet can be a sign of a vein problem that requires medical care. The veins on your feet may bulge for a number…

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is the formation of blood clots in the deep veins of the body. While DVT itself is not life-threatening, serious, potentially life-threatening complications can occur if it is not promptly and properly treated. If it is suspected that you have DVT, your healthcare provider may administer a quick test known…

The appearance of thin, red veins that resemble small tree branches or spider webs might be startling, but is it something you should be concerned about? Most cases of spider veins are not dangerous. In fact, most of the time treatment is rarely required for spider veins. However, that doesn’t mean treatment is never recommended…

Do you have a varicose vein that you wish would just go away? You are not alone – as many as 30 percent of adults develop these unhealthy veins. Unfortunately, varicose veins will not go away on their own, but treatment can help them disappear. Why do varicose veins develop in the first place? To…

If you’re seeing more varicose veins on your legs you may be wondering if they could be the start of something more serious. There have even been rumors that varicose veins and cancer symptoms are related. So, are varicose veins cancer symptoms? Is there any kind of risk issues you should know about? It’s important…

Throbbing in your legs can be very uncomfortable. Depending on whether it’s one leg or both, and whether it’s localized or takes up a lot more space, you might not be sure what’s causing it. The pain can be debilitating, and can also be frightening due to not understanding the cause. Exercising can cause legs…

When you get a blood clot, you may be told that it is superficial. Learn more about what this means and what treatment options may be available to you if you develop a superficial blood clot. What is a superficial blood clot? Blood clots are classified into one of two categories: superficial and deep. Where…