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Jan 2017
A Simple Analogy of Varicose Vein Treatment
When it comes to treating the leg veins, the best analogy that I have heard, is comparing them to a large waterfall. The idea is to treat the underlying problem first, then to treat what is left, and finally any cosmetic issues. Obviously, if there is no underlying problem, the cosmetic issue may be addressed directly. One can imagine a large waterfall on the side…
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Dec 2016
Men Get Varicose Veins Too!
When people think of varicose veins, they tend to think of them as a problem exclusively reserved for older women. But the truth is that a surprising amount of men suffer from varicose veins, spider veins and other related vein disorders. In fact, researchers estimate that anywhere from 20 to 50 percent of men in the United States will develop varicose veins sometime between the…
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Oct 2016How Does VeinGogh Work To Treat Unwanted Veins?
The VeinGogh Ohmic Thermolysis System – VeinGogh for short – is an effective treatment for spider veins on the face. VeinGogh is known for its quick, painless, and blemish-free treatment and results so, if you’re wondering how to treat your facial spider veins, VeinGogh is the answer you’ve been searching for. How Does It Work? VeinGogh’s manner of treatment can be described by its full…
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Oct 2016
Top 5 Myths About Varicose Veins
Varicose veins will affect up to 20% of men and 40% of women at some point in their lifetimes, and the condition becomes more prevalent with age. Although varicose veins cannot be 100% prevented, they can be successfully treated. In addition, the likelihood of developing this condition can be minimized for both men and women. Varicose veins can be more than just unsightly; sometimes people…
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Jun 2016Varicose Veins During Pregnancy
Preventing varicose veins during pregnancy is something that floats across most moms-to-be’s minds at some point in time. The added blood volume, strain, and weight that is put on the body during pregnancy can really exacerbate varicose veins. To understand how these veins are caused and what can be done to prevent and treat them, you’ll need to understand what they are, first. Varicose veins…
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Jan 2016
What Is Venous Disease? These Are The Facts Everyone Should Know
Millions of people are affected by venous disease every day. Venous disease can range from being slightly annoying and unsightly, to being absolutely dangerous! So, what is venous disease and how can it affect you? How Do I Get A Venous Disease? The vein’s job is simple: move blood from the muscles back to the lungs to get an oxygen refill. The problem is that the blood in the…
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Jan 2016
Leg Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
What Are The Symptoms, Causes And Treatments Of Leg Ulcers? Leg ulcers can be as confusing to our Houston patients as they are persistent. These wounds that appear in the lower leg are the subject of all kinds of speculation by patients including what causes leg ulcers, why they return, and how they can be treated. In this article, we hope to provide the solid answers for those…
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Jan 2016What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis And How Is It Treated?
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? Basically, Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that has formed in a vein in the lower legs. Although DVT can occur in any vein in the body, it is very rare for it to occur anywhere other than in the leg. In rare cases, it has been found in the pelvic veins, and even in the arms. But again,…
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Dec 2015
Varicose Vein Treatment Breakthrough Now Available in Houston, TX
Varicose veins are seen in association with leg discomfort, fatigue, swelling, throbbing and possibly restless legs. In severe cases, spontaneous hemorrhage or ulceration of the skin can occur. Michael Bardwil, M.D., at Texas Vein and Cosmetic Specialists says, “Don’t ignore these potential risks to quality of life. We now have an established record utilizing the minimally invasive procedures that have replaced vein stripping. Virtually all…
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Oct 2015
Who Should Treat Your Veins In Houston, TX?
I’m often asked what type of specialist should someone choose to evaluate and treat his or her veins? The problem is that finding the right specialist to evaluate and treat your veins can be very confusing. Because of the available technology and the fact that vein surgery is now primarily preformed in the office, you have a lot of medical professionals that range from radiologists to even cardiologists,…