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Caring for the Moderate to Severely Swollen Leg

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Leg swelling can be scary and anxiety-provoking when its new, then annoying and uncomfortable when its been going on for a while. There is a variety of causes for swollen legs, but luckily there are also several things that can be done to find the cause and treat it. Here is what to do for swollen legs: Defining Mild, Moderate and Severe Leg Swelling Characterizing the degree of swelling, also called edema, is an important first step. It is common for patients to find that their ... continue reading...

Advocacy by Inovia Vein Helps Expand Medicaid Coverage for Vein Conditions in Oregon

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Compared to other states, Oregon has lagged behind in coverage for patients with venous issues in its Medicaid program. Over the last several years, our team at Inovia Vein has advocated strongly that there should be improved coverage for vein patients with Medicaid through the Oregon Health Plan. What Does Medicaid and the Oregon Health Plan Currently Cover? Currently, most insurance companies and Medicare provide coverage for patients with symptomatic varicose veins that are ... continue reading...

Soothing Your Varicose Eczema

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If you have varicose veins, you may develop varicose skin problems on your lower legs.. Here’s how the two are connected — and how you can soothe your varicose eczema symptoms.  Varicose eczema, also called venous, gravitational, or stasis dermatitis, is a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs. It is most common among people with varicose veins. Although it typically impacts middle-aged and older adults, it is possible for younger people to develop the condition if they ... continue reading...

The Negative Effects of Tanning & Spray Tanning on Spider Veins

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Going tanning or using spray tan might seem like a good way to improve your skin’s appearance, but it could have the opposite effect. When you have spider veins, tanning can make them look worse. If you’re planning on spray tanning or laying out in the sun, keep the following information in mind. The Relationship Between Spider Veins & Sun Exposure Sun can make spider veins darker and more visible to see in some patients.  This is important to keep in mind if you’re thinking of tanning ... continue reading...

How Are Varicose Veins and Weight Gain Related?

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Varicose veins do not cause weight gain. However, carrying around excess weight IS considered a risk factor for developing varicose veins. So it’s important to understand how weight gain affects the risk of these veins occuring, in order to take steps to prevent them from becoming worse. Why Can Weight Gain Lead to Varicose Veins? Varicose veins develop when valves inside your veins become weak, causing them to struggle to keep blood flowing through. As a result, blood pools up inside ... continue reading...

Relieve & Treat Itchy Varicose Veins Quickly with These Methods

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While varicose veins might not cause any problems, some people experience itchiness. These itchy veins can lead to ongoing discomfort that can affect your quality of life, so knowing how to quickly ease them can help you find fast and effective relief. Why Varicose Veins Make You Itch Varicose veins commonly cause itchiness to occur, along with other symptoms, such as soreness and swelling. This itchiness can happen due to increased histamine production and fluid leakage. Histamines can ... continue reading...

When Should You Get Treated for Varicose or Spider Veins?

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Autumn is the Best Season for Vein Treatments Varicose veins and spider veins can be treated year-round safely, but there are certainly some times of the year that are easier to undergo treatment than others. If you have varicose or spider veins, autumn is a great time to have them treated. What Happens After a Vein Procedure? After a varicose vein or spider vein treatment, you can expect to have some bruising around the treated area. Even though homeopathic agents can be topically ... continue reading...

What is the Least Painful Varicose Vein Treatment?

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In the past, varicose veins were traditionally treated by a surgical procedure known as “vein stripping,” in which the veins were removed via surgical incisions while the patient was under general anesthesia. This was usually done at the hospital or surgery center. Thanks to advancements in medical treatment and technology, this is no longer the standard way of treating varicose veins. Instead, much less invasive and painful methods are now preferred by most providers and ... continue reading...

What Are the Risk Factors for Deep Vein Thrombosis?

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Blood clots can form almost anywhere blood flows within the body. When they form within veins that run through muscles, the condition is termed deep vein thrombosis. This can result in death if the condition isn't treated, and there are multiple risk factors that contribute to a person’s likelihood of developing these deep vein blood clots. What are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis? Deep vein thrombosis, also known as DVT, results in pain and swelling near the affected vein. This is ... continue reading...

What Are the Different Stages of Varicose Veins?

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Varicose veins develop when blood doesn’t sufficiently move through veins but instead, pools in them. The condition is most common in the lower legs, down around the ankles and calves, and it’s more common in older adults and women. Here’s a look at how the condition progresses and how it’s treated. Common Symptoms of Varicose Veins Varicose veins go through several stages as the condition progresses, but the condition is already fairly well developed by the time you notice even the first ... continue reading...

Why Do Varicose Veins Appear During Pregnancy?

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During pregnancy, there's an increased blood volume in the body to help support the growing baby. Estrogen produced throughout the development of the baby also leads to veins that are dilated, so they're slightly bigger than they would normally be. While that's great for having a healthy child, it can mean varicose veins and the discomfort that comes with them. Never Had Varicose Veins Until Your Pregnancy? If you haven't had varicose veins before but you're discovering them in pregnancy, ... continue reading...

Pregnant and Now Have Painful Pelvic Varicose Veins?

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Are Pelvic Varicose Veins Dangerous? If you have pelvic varicose veins you may be wondering if this is a serious problem.. Fortunately, this condition doesn't generally cause any harm to most people beyond discomfort in the pelvis or legs. It's a treatable condition, as well. For those with a lot of symptoms from these veins, you don't have to suffer! Also called Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS), these veins can make walking, standing, and having sex uncomfortable. You may also feel the ... continue reading...

Is It Painful To Treat Spider Veins?

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Spider Veins are Often the Easiest Veins to Treat While spider veins may mean that you don't like the look of your legs, they're usually very straightforward to treat. In fact, they're often less invasive to treat than varicose veins. Spider veins generally appear when the valve inside the vein isn't working right. This puts pressure on the small veins in the skin and they become dilated and purple. Instead of only allowing blood to move one way through the valve, blood is allowed to ... continue reading...

Get Compression Stockings Fitted By A Certified Vein Specialist

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Why Compression Stockings are Used with Varicose Veins Compression stockings are used with patients who have varicose veins because they can reduce the symptoms caused by the veins themselves. This can be helpful in the short and long term.  While it's possible to purchase compression stockings on your own, it's much better to get them fitted by a certified vein specialist or stocking fitter. If you're in the Tigard, Oregon area, we can help you with that. Then you can feel comfortable ... continue reading...

Here’s Why DVT Causes Pulmonary Embolisms

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Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a dangerous condition because it could cause pulmonary embolisms. DVT is a blood clot that forms in the veins in your legs – usually the large, deeper veins. The clots can sometimes form in the veins in your arms, though that is not as common. Blood travels through "roads" in your body – veins carry "used" blood, blood that is deoxygenated – back to your heart and lungs, while arteries carry oxygenated blood through your body, providing oxygen and nutrients ... continue reading...

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More from our Blog

  • Caring for the Moderate to Severely Swollen Leg
  • Advocacy by Inovia Vein Helps Expand Medicaid Coverage for Vein Conditions in Oregon
  • Soothing Your Varicose Eczema
  • The Negative Effects of Tanning & Spray Tanning on Spider Veins
  • How Are Varicose Veins and Weight Gain Related?
  • Relieve & Treat Itchy Varicose Veins Quickly with These Methods
  • When Should You Get Treated for Varicose or Spider Veins?
  • What is the Least Painful Varicose Vein Treatment?
  • What Are the Risk Factors for Deep Vein Thrombosis?
  • What Are the Different Stages of Varicose Veins?

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