Usually caused by weakened or damaged valves or vein walls, varicose veins are generally not a serious health concern but must be evaluated by a vein specialist. Although many people who have varicose veins just have what they consider an unsightly cosmetic issue, some may suffer from leg pressure and pain when walking. There is […]
One of the most obvious signs of aging shows up on our hands. As our skin loses elasticity, the appearance of unattractive and lumpy veins make their way to the surface, making our hands look wrinkled and textured. In addition to bulging or brightly colored veins, sunspots and wrinkles can contribute to making hands look […]
If you’re tired of seeing webs of veins or discolored, ropy bulges on your legs, you may be here because you’re exploring vein treatment options. At LA Vein Center in Sherman Oaks, we provide professional care in a comfortable environment. We want patients to feel confident in their treatment options and to understand what is […]
Veins that are visible on the legs are commonly referred to as varicose veins or spider veins. Rarely in normal conversation are they called by their broader clinical term, venous insufficiency. While it may not be necessary for the average person to use this term when talking about their frustration at not feeling comfortable wearing […]
Varicose veins look pretty awful. They can make you want to avoid wearing shorts, skirts, and bathing suits. Their presence is more than cosmetically concerning. These swollen veins might ache, burn, and cause other symptoms, too. With these, you might wonder what varicose veins may be telling you about your health. Here, we discuss this […]
People often wonder if problems like spider veins are inherited. Studies do indicate that, in about 90% of cases, a person with spider veins also has at least one family member with the same condition. Still, we shouldn’t look at this form of venous insufficiency as inevitable. There are several factors that can contribute to […]
Diagnostic tests are often thought to be uncomfortable. People who need more advanced screening for vein problems often want to know what they can expect. Vein conditions like varicose veins can be painful as it is. Our intention in providing diagnostic testing and treatment is to eliminate discomfort, not cause more. Venous ultrasound, a type […]
While varicose veins are known to cause a variety of symptoms, most people who develop what they describe as vein pain are alarmed by it. Still, according to studies, few of the millions of American adults who develop the symptoms of venous insufficiency seek medical attention for their condition. Technically, what might feel like vein […]
An ulcer is an open sore on the skin. A venous ulcer is an open sore that is related to chronic venous insufficiency, with or without varicose veins. This type of wound usually occurs on the leg, often near the ankle. Normally, when the skin gets a scrape or cut, the body begins a healing […]
Most adults know by now that they will see an increasing number of lines and wrinkles as they get older. This happens because the body makes a mere fraction of the collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid at 50 as it did at 20. The sharp decline in production is not met with an equal decline […]
