varicose veins
varicose veins
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by Laura Scott - 2006-12-15
First of all, what are varicose veins?To put it simply, varicose veins are blood vessels that are enlarged. Although usually found in the legs, varicose veins can also appear in the vulva and rectum. ...
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by Michael Russell - 2007-02-25
Simply put, phlebology is the branch of medicine devoted to the study of modern ways of treating varicose vein and spider vein problems. It is a relatively recent addition to the long list of sanctio...
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by Michael Russell - 2007-03-12
Varicose veins often appear as swollen and twisted clusters of purple or blue veins. The legs affected may experience swelling, heaviness and aching. Itchiness will be felt around the skin areas aff...
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by Tracy Bautista - 2007-04-19
Sclerotherapy is a safe and proven procedure with very few significant risks. However, it is important for anyone considering sclerotherapy to know that while complications are quite unlikely, they a...
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by Alien - 2007-04-20
The first stage of pregnancy falls into the first trimester and lasts for about 0 to 12-14 weeks. Your body undergoes many changes as it adjusts to your growing baby. From the first stage of pregna...
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by Mitch Endick - 2007-09-02
So the spiders from Mars have invaded your lower legs, staring back at you. The spiders of course are those nagging little varicose veins that form very close to the surface of the skin. Spider vein...
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by Matty Mathias - 2007-11-28
If you have bulging veins accompanied by a burning sensation or pain after long periods of standing, you may have what is called varicose veins. These problematic and unsightly veins can be treated. B...
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by Raymond Lee - 2007-12-01
Some people think of varicose veins as nothing more than a cosmetic problem. Yes, those blue bulges and streaks just beneath the surface of the skin may be unsightly. But they are nothing to worry abo...
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by peterhutch - 2008-05-20
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, painful superficial veins resulting from poorly functioning valves. Varicose veins are common. They mostly affect women. Varicose veins are also called varicosity...
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by peterhutch - 2008-05-20
If varicose veins are severe, they can rupture or form ulcers on the skin (this requires immediate attention). The variety of treatments for varicose veins range from injection sclerotherapy to laser ...
