Vascular information from Dr. Bunke
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Swelling and Edema
Swelling or Edema Swelling in the legs (edema) occurs when fluid becomes trapped in the soft tissues of the leg from malfunctioning valves in the veins. When the valves in leg veins begin to weaken, [...]
Venous stasis skin changes and venous insufficiency
What is chronic venous insufficiency? Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is an inflammatory condition caused by long standing, untreated venous reflux disease. Commonly, venous reflux disease causes a collection of symptoms such as leg swelling, heaviness, [...]
3 Reasons why leg pain occurs
Concerned about Leg Pain? We evaluate and treat leg pain that is related to poor circulation, varicose veins and blood clots. These are all vascular conditions. However, there are numerous causes of non-vascular leg pain [...]
Spider Veins: Causes, risks, & symptoms
What are spider veins? Spider veins are the fine, thread-like reddish veins at the surface of the skin. Spider veins are not healthy. Spider veins are often considered a cosmetic issue, but they can be [...]
Varicose Veins: Causes, Risks, & Symptoms
Varicose Veins and Venous Reflux Disease Varicose veins are the twisted, bulging veins just beneath the surface of the skin. Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the surface of [...]
Patient Transformation: Spider Veins
What are spider veins? Spider veins are the fine, thread-like reddish veins at the surface of the skin. These veins are not healthy. Veins are often considered a cosmetic issue, but they can be associated [...]
