How Does Restless Leg Syndrome Affect My Veins?
Restless leg syndrome is a condition that causes an urge to move the legs around to feel comfortable. These symptoms often occur at night when patients are at rest. If you’re tired of this problem interfering with a good night’s sleep, read on to learn more about how this condition may be managed. At Rosen […]
Importance of Choosing a Vein Specialist for Your Treatment
Dealing with varicose veins can be a struggle. Problematic veins can make you extremely self-conscious to the point that you always keep your legs covered. They can also cause considerable discomfort. Varicose veins can also make your legs ache all of the time. Elevating your legs, wearing compression stockings, and walking may help you find […]
What is Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy is used to treat spider veins and varicose veins. Many patients prefer this treatment because it’s minimally invasive. It is a safe, effective treatment option for patients who have spider veins and varicose veins. If you’re in the Chicago area and considering this treatment, Dr. Rosen will personally assess your individual needs and help […]
Dangers of Leaving Varicose Veins Untreated
Varicose veins can become more than just a cosmetic concern. They can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. These complications can range from moderate to serious issues such as superficial venous thrombophlebitis, bleeding episodes and (thankfully rarely) deep vein clots. The following are several problems that could occur when venous disease is overlooked. […]
Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy Injection
Those large veins, having a rope-like shape, and appearing on the surface of legs are called varicose veins. These veins can crop up on you slowly but steadily over years if left untreated. It could make you feel self-conscious, causing you to hide your legs all of the time. Pain is another problem that may […]
How Does a Compression Stocking Help to Promote Blood Flow?
A compression stocking is used to treat a range of ailments. This includes swelling of the legs or blood accumulation in the legs when a person is standing still or sitting for an extended period of time. It is not uncommon for medical providers to recommend their use after a procedure to encourage blood flow. […]
4 Symptoms Of Varicose Veins and Superficial Vein Disease
Varicose veins can affect everyone. Although, if you’re a woman, you may be more prone to them. You may not be immediately sure that what you’re seeing are varicose veins. However, there are ways to know if a varicose vein is forming by paying close attention to these symptoms: 1. Veins With Darker Colors One […]
Reasons to Consider Varicose Vein Treatment
If you are one of the many people that have varicose veins, you have likely wondered about the best way to eliminate them. On the other hand, you may have settled on the idea that they are something that you will just learn to live with. If this is the case, however, you may want […]