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 […]
The Importance of Managing Leg Swelling in the Heat
Summer brings long, sunny days and swollen feet and ankles. Fortunately, there are several methods for managing heat edema. Summer brings long, sunny days — especially in Florida. Unfortunately, it can also bring swollen feet and ankles, particularly for those suffering from venous insufficiency. Warmer temperatures can result in increased vein dilation and heat edema. What […]
What is Rosacea
Affecting an estimated 16 million people in the United States alone, rosacea is an incredibly common skin condition. .It is a chronic skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels on the face, particularly in the central region of the face, such as the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead. It can also cause small […]
Wondering if Laser Hair removal is right for you?
Laser hair removal has become a popular cosmetic treatment. Generally speaking laser hair removal uses concentrated light to destroy hair follicles, reducing or eliminating hair growth. This procedure is a safe, effective, and long-lasting alternative to traditional hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, and plucking. There are several compelling reasons why individuals choose to get […]
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 […]
