Medically reviewed by: Luke Maj, MD When you think of compression socks, you might picture the thick, ugly garments your grandma used to wear. But today’s compression socks and compression stockings aren’t just for elderly adults with bad circulation. In fact, even athletes wear them. Whether you’re a man or a woman, if you stand for
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Restless Leg Syndrome: Could Your Veins Be the Cause?
Medically reviewed by: Luke Maj, MD At night, when the rest of your body is ready to slip into sleep, do your legs become decidedly awake? In people with restless leg syndrome (RLS), a deeply uncomfortable sensation in the legs causes an overwhelming urge to move them. Minutes or even seconds after you wriggle, shake or
[Read More]When to Worry About Varicose Veins
Medically reviewed by: Luke Maj, MD Twisted, rope-like, bulging, lumpy — even the description of varicose veins isn’t pretty. But are varicose veins dangerous, or are they just a cosmetic issue you can safely ignore? Here, a vein specialist at Water’s Edge Dermatology explains when to worry about varicose veins and why it’s smart to get
[Read More]Why Do My Legs Feel Heavy and Tired?
Medically reviewed by: Luke Maj, MD Over-exercising can exhaust your muscles to the point where your legs feel like they’re made of lead. But what if your legs feel heavy and weak all the time? Heaviness in the legs isn’t just an annoyance. It may be a symptom of a chronic medical condition involving poor circulation
[Read More]Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins: Your Questions Answered
Medically reviewed by: Luke Maj, MD When bathing suit season rolls around, every little imperfection on your legs suddenly becomes noticeable, including those squiggly red or purple veins known as spider veins. If you’ve researched how to get rid of spider veins, you probably have questions about sclerotherapy, the most used spider vein treatment. Read
[Read More]How to Prevent Varicose Veins: 11 Tips From a Vein Expert
Medical Review By: Luke Maj, MD, MHA Varicose veins aren’t pretty, and they can ache and itch. Unfortunately, if they run in your family, there’s probably no way to prevent them entirely, but you can take steps — literally and figuratively — to keep your legs looking smoother for longer “Some risk factors for varicose
[Read More]How to Get Rid of Spider Veins on the Face
Medical Review By: Hector Valle, PA-C When you think of spider veins, you probably picture skinny, red or bluish-purple squiggles on the legs. But tiny red spider veins can also appear on the face. Unlike leg veins, they can’t be covered up with clothing — but they can be treated, typically without surgery. “Spider veins
[Read More]Chronic Venous Insufficiency: Don’t Ignore the Symptoms
Medical Review By: Luke Maj, MD, MHA Red/brown patches or visible veins on your legs? It’s tempting to dismiss them as age-related cosmetic concerns, no worse than a few wrinkles on your face or a bald spot on your head. But they may be symptoms of vein disease in the legs — specifically, symptoms
[Read More]Diabetes and Poor Circulation: What It Means For Your Skin and Veins
Medical Review By: Juan Zapata, MD Do your feet and hands often feel cold, even when the air is warm? If you have diabetes, the culprit may be poor blood circulation. How exactly does diabetes cause poor circulation? Blame high blood sugar, which can damage the lining of blood vessels, explained Juan Zapata, MD,
[Read More]How to Treat Bulging Hand Veins
Medical Review By: Ronald Bush, MD Everyone wants attractive, young-looking hands, but bulging hand veins can get in the way. “While anyone can develop bulging veins in their hands, women are more likely to seek treatment because they worry that the veins make their hands appear masculine,” said Ronald Bush, MD, FACS, a board-certified
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