You hiss and frown in pain as you reach down to clean the wound on your leg. Again. It’s been several weeks since you first took note of its ugly appearance and you can’t help but wonder: “It should have healed by now… right?” Ideally, it would...
If you feel apprehensive prior to entering your doctor’s office for a scheduled appointment, you’d hardly be alone. Especially where one’s blood vessels are concerned, it’s natural that many patients experience medical-related anxiety and confusion before embarking on their treatment journey. That being said, many patients’...
Perhaps you’ve been diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) or are weighing your options for treating vascular blockages and relieving a flurry of painful, life-hindering symptoms. As you do research, questions arise — What is dialysis? What does it have to do with my arteries? Is...
It may shock you to know that approximately one in nine women undergo a hysterectomy in their lifetime, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. As the second most commonly performed surgical procedure for U.S. women of reproductive age, it can be crucial that...
Maybe you've heard the terms “superficial veins” or “deep veins,” and you know they have something to do with treating venous diseases, but you're a little lost when it comes down to the details of how they all connect. Considering that varicose veins are very common,...
Whether you’re wondering what health concerns to be cognizant of as you age or you’re scratching your head at the new onset of symptoms in your lower extremities, one thing is for sure: You can never be too careful. After all, the earlier you catch a...
Be it the result of jetlag or the inability to relieve a leg cramp while mid-flight, most people can sympathize with the inherent discomforts of traveling for long periods of time. And now, with the widespread distribution of COVID-19 vaccinations underway, there comes the increased likelihood...
When dealing with an overwhelming diagnosis, it’s often best to put one foot in front of the other and simply keep moving forward, right? But what if every step only hurts more? Particularly if you are living with venous disease, walking, running, or even standing on your...