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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...