Our bodies have a distinctive way of letting us know when something is wrong. We run a fever when fighting an infection. We get earaches, sore throats, headaches, which are all effective ways that get our attention to a problem brewing somewhere. The key is to tune into the signals you can see and feel, and then make a plan to get a diagnosis and work with your health care professionals to get healthy!
It’s especially important not to ignore one of the most visually obvious signals of poor vascular health, which can also be a source of great embarrassment to many folks. The appearance of spider veins, or even worse, the manifestation of thick, bluish, gnarled veins beneath the surface of the skin are warnings you should not ignore. The dreaded varicose vein has reared its ugly head. To some, these unsightly and often painful indicators may be considered a minor irritation and an expected part of the aging process. For others, it’s a reason to never wear shorts or dresses or skirts again! Truth be told, the appearance of these alien-looking ropes are a warning sign that your vascular health is not as good as you think it is.
Varicosities are the result of poor blood flow in the veins. The valves within the vein walls that are supposed to regulate circulation are no longer working properly. Blood begins to pool which causes the outward signs of skin discoloration and swelling. Itchiness, pain, heaviness in the leg, and fatigue are usually soon to follow. If left untreated, blood clots can form which expands the risk of further complications. It’s not bad enough that they make you self-conscious about your looks, but they make you ache and itch.
Diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins is just a phone call away. Dr. Bragg and his team of varicose vein removal in Orlando specialists at Florida Vein Care Center are here to help determine the health of your vascular system and work with you to determine the minimally invasive treatment options that are best for you. Call 407-805-8989 now to schedule an appointment and put your vein health in our hands!