5, 5, 2023

Treatments for varicose veins

2023-02-15T18:53:12-08:00

Conservative Management & Lifestyle Modifications

The goals of treatment are to relieve symptoms, prevent complications and for some to improve appearance.  Lifestyle changes can ease the symptoms, but do not cause the veins to vanish.  These treatments include:

  • Avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time:  […]
Treatments for varicose veins2023-02-15T18:53:12-08:00

11, 1, 2023

Varicose Veins & Treatment

2022-12-26T11:36:19-08:00

Endovenous laser vein ablation, also known as endovenous laser therapy (EVLA), is a type of treatment for saphenous vein reflux, the underlying cause of most varicose veins. At La Jolla Vein Care, we offer ALL treatment modalities for varicose veins, not just one. Treatment is customized based on a person’s individual pattern of […]

Varicose Veins & Treatment2022-12-26T11:36:19-08:00

5, 12, 2022

Complications of varicoceles

2022-10-24T12:12:11-07:00

What are Varicoceles?

Varicoceles is a term used to describe abnormal enlargement of the veins within the scrotum. The veins carry blood from the various body organs back to the heart. Typically, veins have valves that prevent blood backflow. When the valves in the veins within the scrotum don’t work as they should, blood […]

Complications of varicoceles2022-10-24T12:12:11-07:00

2, 10, 2014

Varicose Veins and Heart Disease

2021-11-04T14:08:22-07:00

Are varicose veins associated with heart problems?

Varicose veins are not associated with heart disease and do not indicate a problem with the heart.  With varicose veins and venous insufficiency, the vein valves are weak and leaky. But, only the valves in the leg veins are affected. These valves are different than heart valves.  Additionally, heart disease

Varicose Veins and Heart Disease2021-11-04T14:08:22-07:00
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