Leg Vein Treatment in the Winter is the Best Time
When to Treat Spider Veins Before Your Wedding You want to be your best, most beautiful self on your wedding day. Your dress, your hair, your skin, and your jewelry all play a role. So does eliminating whatever may detract from your inner glow. If you have spider veins, there are effective, minimally invasive procedures […]
Should You See a Phlebologist or Dermatologist for Your Leg Vein Treatment?
When unsightly and oft-uncomfortable leg veins appear at the surface of your skin, your dermatologist might come to mind first. Although dermatologists do specialize in the care of your skin, problems affecting the veins are better handled by a vein specialist, or phlebologist. Wondering what the difference is? Here’s a look at whether you should […]
Visiting a Vein Doctor After Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine
As vaccines for Covid-19 become more readily available, an increasing number of people are beginning to think about non-urgent medical procedures that they may have put off for the past year. At Vein & Vascular, many patients are calling to see whether they should meet with our vein physicians in Vineland, Voorhees, Sewell and Lumberton, […]
Do Varicose Vein Creams and Vitamins Work?
People who suffer from varicose veins have multiple suggested treatment options available, ranging from topical creams to outpatient procedures. Some treatments are more effective than others, and some downright don’t address the underlying medical issue. If you have varicose veins, here’s a look at what creams and vitamins actually can do — and why you […]
Does Smoking Marijuana Cause Varicose Veins?
As more states legalize marijuana for various purposes, an increasing number of patients are asking their doctors whether marijuana smoking can cause varicose veins. Here’s a look at how marijuana is different from tobacco, but smoking it can still have a negative impact on the legs’ veins. Know the Difference Between Marijuana and Tobacco Marijuana […]
Why Do People Get Bulging Hand Veins?
It is not uncommon for the veins on a hand to bulge, or protrude, further out in the skin, especially as a person ages. While this is a natural and, oftentimes, harmless process, it can become a cosmetic concern for many people. In some situations, these bulging veins can also be varicose veins, where there […]
Does Tanning or Spray Tanning Make Spider Veins Worse?
While it’s absolutely true that tanning may decrease the visibility of spider veins for the short-term, it is absolutely not a long-term solution – especially when you consider that you’re doing all sorts of damage to your skin by exposing it to ultraviolet rays. Thankfully, there are effective treatments for spider veins available to you […]
How To Sleep After Varicose Vein Surgery
Sleeping Easily After Varicose Vein Surgery Varicose vein surgery is considered major surgery. After this procedure, you will need to care for yourself in order to facilitate a full recovery. One of the things your body needs most post surgery is rest and deep sleep after varicose vein surgery. During the sleep cycle, your body […]
Can Varicose Veins Cause Leg Cramps?
Leg Cramps and Other Symptoms of Varicose Veins It’s estimated that varicose veins affect nearly 23% of adults, including both men and women. It’s most common in older adults although technically anyone can develop varicose veins at any age. This condition sometimes comes with visible symptoms, such as purple or blue bulging veins on the […]