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Do Varicose Veins Increase Deep Vein Thrombosis Risk?

A recent study published in the Journal American Medical Association (JAMA) found a significant association between varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and less clear potential associations with pulmonary embolism (PE) and peripheral artery disease (PAD). The significance of this large, retrospective population study (over 400,000 people) is that varicose veins are a common […]

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Can Tomatoes Cure Varicose Veins?

Health, Varicose Veins

We are often asked by our patients if certain diets can cure or treat varicose veins. Often we hear very specific questions about types of foods, such as tomatoes. While it is tempting to think there are diets and foods that will treat veins, the reality is much different. It is true that a healthy

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Varicose Veins and Athletes

Varicose Veins

You can still develop varicose veins even if you are healthy and exercise regularly. The reality is that even athletes can develop varicose veins. Certain sports can increase the likelihood of occurrence as they increase the stress on the veins in the legs. This could be weightlifting, skiing, backpacking, tennis, cycling, and running. If you

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Why Do Varicose Veins Hurt?

Varicose Veins

Nearly 1 in 5 people will develop varicose veins in their lifetime, but the extent to which varicose veins will affect quality of life will differ. Thus many patients wounder: Why do varicose veins hurt? While some patients have little to no pain, and may not even realize they are developing varicose veins, others will

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Do Varicose Veins Increase Deep Vein Thrombosis Risk?

Can Tomatoes Cure Varicose Veins?

Varicose Veins and Athletes

Why Do Varicose Veins Hurt?

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