Does diabetes cause varicose veins? If not, is there a connection between varicose veins and diabetes? It’s true – diabetes can affect the whole body. High blood sugar that builds up in the blood can damage organs and weaken blood vessels. The lining of the blood vessels can become damaged, and that paves the way
[Read More]Varicose Veins
Healthy Legs for an Active Summer
Are your legs ready for an active summer? If you have issues with the veins in your legs, you might not be as ready as you think. Vein issues can be cosmetic, such as spider veins, or an indication of something more serious, which includes varicose veins, leg ulcers, painful swollen veins or blood clots.
[Read More]Health Risks of Varicose Veins
Varicose veins appear as enlarged and twisted, and most commonly show up in the legs and feet because standing and walking increases pressure in the veins of the lower body. They almost always indicate an underlying medical issue and can cause pain. They may indicate a higher risk of circulatory issues that should be evaluated
[Read More]Dr. Luke Maj on New Treatments for Venous Leg Ulcers & Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Water’s Edge Vein Center specialists are experts in treating vein issues. In fact, our very own Luke Maj, M.D. presented last week at the American Professional Wound Care Association 17th Annual National Clinical Conference in Baltimore on Friday, September 7th. Dr. Maj’s presentation covered the latest developments in “Diagnosing and Treating Chronic Venous Insufficiency.” With
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