Sometimes, the world seems unfair. Why are all of the most delicious foods bad for you? Why does eating cake and binge-watching Netflix—two things you love—cause you to gain weight, but exercising and dieting—two things you hate—keep your body shapely and healthy? Why is soda so much tastier than water, and drinking wine more fun […]
If you suffer from venous disorder, you may be confused about the terminology used to describe different types of vein issues. You may have heard your condition described as spider veins, varicose veins, or bulging veins, but what do those terms refer to? This guide will help you correctly identify which type of venous disorder […]
The direct cause of varicose and spider veins is failed blood vessels that are unable to move blood properly through superficial veins. When blood vessels cannot move blood out of veins, blood pools in the veins and makes them visible through the skin as varicose or spider veins. And while failed blood vessels may be […]
If you have varicose veins or are concerned that you might develop them, consider these answers to common questions to better educate yourself on preventing and treating venous disorder. What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are nonfunctional superficial veins that are visible through the skin. They are often purple or blue in color and may […]
When we talk about varicose veins, we’re usually talking about the unsightly spider or bulging veins that are visible through the skin on our legs. What most people don’t know is that varicose and spider veins can also appear on many other places on the body. Here are three places you didn’t know you could […]
If you’re considering having your varicose veins treated and carry Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance, you’re probably wondering if your insurance will cover your varicose vein treatment. According to a publication about varicose vein treatments on the company’s website, it appears that Blue Cross Blue Shield may cover varicose vein treatment. However, the individual […]
Recent advances in medicine have left vein stripping surgery behind as an archaic, invasive, and often ineffective procedure for varicose vein removal. Nowadays, varicose vein treatments are non-invasive, more than 90% effective, and require little to no recovery time. Popular new varicose vein treatments like sclerotherapy, laser therapy, and endovenous laser treatment can be performed […]
Spider veins are clusters of blood vessels that are visible on the surface of the skin. They can appear as red, blue, or purple in color and get their name because they commonly look like spider webs or spider legs. Spider veins are typically found on the face or legs and are a sign that […]
If you are on Medicare and are considering having your varicose veins repaired, you’re probably wondering if your plan will cover the treatment. Medicare coverage varies by state and region, so the only way to know for sure if Medicare will cover your procedure is by having your doctor request a preauthorization; the outcome of […]
While no one wants to deal with spider veins on any part of the body, spider veins that appear on your legs are less traumatic because they can be easily hidden by wearing pants, tights, or long dresses. Spider veins on your face, on the other hand, are impossible to cover naturally and force you […]