Dr. Kimmel Discusses May Thurner Syndrome
Recently, US Representative Lauren Boebert was diagnosed and treated for May Thurner Syndrome (MTS), a potentially serious venous condition in the leg. Here’s what you need to know. MTS is an uncommon vascular condition in the pelvic area where the left sided iliac vein is compressed by the right-sided iliac artery. Some post-mortem studies found […]
Treatment of Hand Veins
Many patients have asked about treatment of hand veins. From a cosmetic perspective, the veins on the back of your hands can seem to be bulging out and give the appearance of a problem. Most commonly, women report that their hands make them look a lot older than they feel. There are basically 3 types […]
Do you need a second opinion for your veins?
Approximately one third of the population has some form of varicose veins in their legs. While a much smaller percentage of these people go on to have significant symptoms, vein problems affect millions each year. But does everyone need to be treated for this? Many patients have been told that if they are found to have venous […]
You Get What You Pay For
Have you ever heard the expression “you get what you pay for”? For most people seeking medical care, the most important consideration is the quality of the care that is being provided to you. Sure, cost is always a consideration for most of us as well, but when it comes to our bodies and our health, do we really want to […]
Hand Vein Treatment
One of the fastest growing requests from my patients seeking a more youthful appearance, due to what they perceive as prominent veins, is the treatment of hand veins. Most people know about spider veins in the legs, but there is an increasing awareness and desire to treat hand veins, too. These are primarily women, and occasionally […]
Does Massaging Your Legs Help With Varicose Veins
Varicose veins can impact how you look and feel. Besides making your legs look less attractive, these diseased veins can make them feel heavy and tired. They can also put you at risk for life-threatening complications such as deep vein thrombosis or DVT. There is home care that will help improve the blood flow in […]
Are Varicose Veins Dangerous?
Are varicose veins just an aesthetic problem? How they look is one of the biggest reasons people worry about them. They can be twisted and ugly and destroy the look of your legs at the beach. Is that the only concern, though? Are varicose veins dangerous, and what does having them say about your health? […]
Aching Legs and Varicose Veins
Do you have aching legs? It may be a sign of varicose veins or venous insufficiency. Aching legs is one of the signs of varicose veins. Other signs include visible blue or purple veins, swollen feet or ankles, burning or throbbing legs, and muscle cramps in your legs. Why Do Varicose Veins Cause Aching Legs? […]
Identifying and Treating Spider Veins on the Face
Spider veins don’t just affect the legs. Here’s what you need to know about treating spider veins on the face. Many people think that spider veins — or as, dermatologists call them, telangiectasia — only appear in the legs. However, this condition can also affect the face, especially around the mouth and nose. Though they […]
Are Spider Veins Painful?
Spider veins, often seen as small, thin, twisted veins that appear just below the surface of the skin, are a vein condition that can be both unsightly and uncomfortable. As you can guess, the name “spider veins” comes from the web-like pattern they form, with thin branches radiating out from a central point. Do Spider […]