vein conditions
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Vein Disease
Veins are blood vessels that bring blood back to the heart. In our legs these veins need to move blood against gravity, thus to help with this there are valves which allow blood to move in the right direction. One of the most common causes for venous disease is malfunction of these valves resulting in back flow and increased pressure in the veins. This increased pressure results in the varicose veins and other symptoms described below. By closing the diseased vein the blood is routed through normally functioning deep veins.
Signs & Symptoms
Varicose veins
Aching or Pain
Swelling
Cramping
Heaviness or Tiredness
Itching
Restlessness
Skin Changes
Brown/Colored Skin
Open Sores or Ulcers
Varicose Veins
Swelling & Skin Discoloration
Skin Color & Texture Changes
Venous Ulcers
Risk Factors
Family History
Lack of Exercise
Leg Injury or Trauma
Prolonged Sitting or Standing
Obesity or Excess Weight
Current or Previous Pregnancies
Smoking
Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are bulging, enlarged veins that are highly visible above the skin’s surface. Their cause is often found much deeper underneath the skin, and requires early attention.
Spider Veins
Named after the tiny, thin strands of a spider’s web, spider veins are similarly thin, minute veins that can be seen just underneath your skin’s surface. Because these veins are often caused by malfunctioning valves, it’s important to get them checked out.
Edema
Often causing swollen ankles that can be painful at times, edema is a result of poorly-functioning valves at the top of the leg. This can indicate a larger problem, and should be seen by a vein specialist.
Ulcers
Varicose veins are known to develop into painful open sores or ulcers. These extremely painful wounds can be treated at Pioneer Vein Center, along with their underlying cause.
Rash
Though it might seem like a surface condition, a red, itchy rash on the legs or shins can actually be indicative of a larger, vein-related problem. Poor circulation or pooling blood are conditions that can (and should) be treated at a vein center.
Lipodermatosclerosis
Skin on the legs that feels tight, painful, and extremely smooth, though looks discolored and scarred is a symptom of a condition called lipodermatosclerosis. Because this is caused over years of vein disease that has gone untreated, it’s especially important to see a specialist.
Restless Leg Syndrome
The constant, uncomfortable urge to move your legs — especially when lying down or sitting — could be Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS. One of the known causes of RLS is vein disease, which can be treated here at Pioneer Vein Center.
Leg Pain
Vein disease can cause a variety of different types of pain. If you have been experiencing unexplained discomfort or pain in your legs and extremities, an appointment with one of our specialists could yield an answer and relief.
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation refers to the darkening of skin from its original color. This could be a symptom of advanced or progressing vein disease, and should be assessed by a vein specialist.
Corona phlebectatica
The most common symptom of Corona Phlebectatica is an abundance of excessive spider veins in the feet that manifests as widespread discoloration. This can be a sign of advanced vein disease and benefits from early treatment.
