The vascular system is responsible for carrying necessary oxygen and nutrients to the cells and organs of the body. The veins must be in good condition. Learn more about vascular health and when you should seek vein disease treatment with Dr. Pradip Baiju and his team at Heart and Vascular Care in Orlando, FL.
What Is Vein Disease?
Vein disease is any condition that involves irritation, swelling, pain, or discoloration of the veins in the limbs of the body. One of the most common venous diseases is varicose veins, which happens when the veins become weak and swell up. In many cases, the veins turn blue or purple in color and can make the legs and arms ache with pain when walking. Spider veins is a similar condition, but the veins are thin and wiry in appearance.
When To Seek Treatment
If vein disease causes severe pain and discomfort in the legs when moving around or the arms when picking up everyday items or working, you should go in for an exam and vein disease treatment at Heart and Vascular Care in Orlando, FL. If the veins swell up to the point where they begin to bleed, the legs feel heavy, or the ankles begin to swell, that is also a concern. In some cases, patients could develop blood clots in swollen veins, which is an issue that requires urgent medical attention.
Treatment Options for Vein Disease
When an issue is caught early, non-invasive solutions can successfully treat vein disease. Your doctor can help return the veins to their normal condition using one or more solutions including:
- Laser therapy or radiofrequency ablation, removes the vein using heat so that blood can flow properly in a new direction.
- Sclerotherapy, is an injection that reduces the size of the vein.
- Surgery to remove the vein.
- Wearing compression socks regularly can help.
Make Time for a Vascular Health Examination
The condition of your veins determines the health of your circulatory and vascular systems. Go to Heart and Vascular Care in Orlando, FL, for vein disease treatment and care advice. Call (407) 730-8970 today to schedule an initial examination with Dr. Pradip Baiju.