We know that being overweight puts extra stress on the body in many ways. Obesity can lead to serious issues such as high blood pressure, respiratory problems, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even varicose veins. Varicose veins are painful, darkly-colored, bulging…
If you’ve ever had varicose veins or suffered from a blood clot, you have experienced some form of vascular disease. Vascular disease includes conditions that affect the circulatory system like arterial diseases (of the arteries), venous diseases (of the veins),…
Pregnancy is an exciting journey filled with anticipation and joy, but it also comes with its share of health considerations. One concern that often arises is the risk of blood clots, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Understanding the Risk During…
Spider veins are the thin superficial veins that most commonly appear in the legs. Although perhaps less noticeable, they still may harbor symptoms such as itching/irritation and aching. More than 40% of women will develop some form of venous disorder,…
Varicose veins are a common condition experienced by more than 35% of all adults here in the United States. They are marked by thick, bulging, darkly colored structures just beneath the skin. Varicose veins are caused by blood pooled in…
Summer is here, and sweltering heat is expected as usual here in Central Texas. Extreme heat and excessive sun exposure can be hard on our bodies. It is especially hard on those with poor circulation or venous disorders like varicose…
Our team of board-certified vascular surgeons and vein specialists treats venous insufficiencies, both therapeutically and cosmetically, such as varicose veins. Another common venous disorder that affects both how your legs look and feel is venous stasis. If you have scaly,…
Blood clots affect more than 900,000 Americans every year, and unfortunately it is estimated that 247 people die from them each day. A blood clot is a group of blood cells that have collected in the veins to form a…
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and preventing cardiovascular diseases. While most people are aware of common risk factors like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and smoking, there's one often overlooked connection that…
Everyone knows that veins are the purplish structures that run just under the skin and deep throughout the body. They are vital to our circulatory system as they transport blood back towards the heart from every muscle and organ that…