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There
are two systems of veins in the legs: the important
deep veins and the superficial veins under the skin.
It is the superficial veins that become varicose.
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Normally, valves in the veins make blood flow up
the leg, and the action of the muscles helps to
pump it upwards. |
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When
veins become varicose the valves often stop working
properly: blood can flow the wrong way and cause
a head of pressure that makes the veins bulge on
standing. This head of pressure can lead to symptoms
such as aching, and occasionally to skin damage.
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Varicose
veins are associated with increasing age, having
children and Western society. |
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We
are still not sure why most varicose veins form:
it may be because their valves become incompetent
'from above downwards', or because their walls become
weakened. |
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Varicose
veins can cause heaviness and aching, but there
are many other causes of aches and pains in the
legs. The same applies to ankle swelling. |
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Raised
pressure in the veins as a result of incompetent
valves can cause skin damage, with eczema, pigmentation
(darkening) and scarring of the fat under the skin;
ulcers can then develop. |
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Despite
a lot of research, we cannot predict who will get
skin changes and ulcers, and we are not certain
how the skin damage develops. |
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Early
treatment of varicose veins will prevent future
complications. |
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The
majority of varicose veins are treatable in the
office with excellent cosmetic and functional results. |
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Smaller veins & telangiectasias (spider veins)
are best treated with Sclerotherapy and Laser. |
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Large
varicose veins are treated with Endo Laser Ablation
and/or Micro Phlebectomy under local anesthesia
as an office procedure. |
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Support
compression stockings are an essential part of treatment
and prevention. |
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Facial veins respond very well to Laser therapy.
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Best
cosmetic and therapeutic results of vein treatment
are achieved when performed by a vein specialist
(Vascular Surgeon / Phlebologist) at a VEIN CENTER.
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Take the first step and call the Vein & Laser Center at 201-795-9007 |
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