If the veins don’t properly return blood from the lower leg to the heart, the individual can develop varicose veins. Vein disease experts, like Dr. Raymond Little, advise men and women who think that varicose veins are nothing but a cosmetic problem to seek immediate medical attention.
Approximately 60% of Americans suffer from some form of vein disorder. However, women are more affected -- 41% of women suffer from vein disorders by the time they reach their 50s. This alarming number shows that vein diseases are very common, which means that many are at the brink of experiencing possible health hazards without even knowing it.
Although spider veins and small veins that appear near the surface of the skin are generally not a cause for alarm, they have to be managed with simple remedies and preventative measures.
Dr. Raymond Little is the founder and CEO of The Vein Institute & MediSpa in Northern Houston.
When left untreated, these small veins can grow larger and obstruct blood flow. Blood may leak through them and flow down the leg and into the wrong places. The blood then makes the veins bulge and become more visible. Bleeding under the skin, eczema-like patches, and ulcers can occur. These symptoms can worsen and may lead to the development of deep venous thrombosis (DVT). DVT is characterized by the formation of blood clots inside the deep veins of the leg. If a clot breaks off through the bloodstream, it’s called embolism. This embolism may affect the brain, heart, and lungs.
Read more of Dr. Raymond Little’s expertise in treating vein disorders at www.veinmedispa.com.
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