Compression stockings and pregnancy
Click on the link below for Dr. Grace's thoughts on the use of compression stockings during pregnancy. https://vimvigr.com/blogs/our-blog...
Pregnancy and varicose veins
Q: I got varicose veins from pregnancy. We’re planning for another child, should I get my veins treated now or wait? A: Pregnancy is one...
What happens to blood flow?
Q: I understand that varicose vein treatment removes leg veins but afterwards are there enough veins left to carry blood out of the leg?...
Family history risks
Q: I’m 24 and don’t have varicose veins but both my parents do. Am I at risk for varicose veins? Can I do anything to prevent them from...
What causes spider veins?
Q: I recently turned 40 and have noticed spider veins forming on the outside of both thighs. What causes this? A: Spider veins, medically...
Risk or cure?
Q: What are the risk factors for getting varicose veins? Is this a curable condition? A: There are numerous risk factors for varicose...
Are results long term?
Q. My mother had varicose vein surgery years ago but her veins came back. Now I need treatment – will my veins come back, too? A. We are...
Compression Stockings. Are they necessary?
Q: I’m interested in varicose vein treatment but hate wearing compression stockings. Are they really necessary? A: This issue is, without...
Recurrence?
Q. I’m thinking about varicose vein treatment but am concerned the veins will just come back. Is this true? A. We are fortunate to live...
Am I at risk for blood clots?
Q: I travel extensively for work and also have varicose veins. Am I at risk for blood clots? What symptoms should I watch for? A: The...