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A Closer Look at Varicose Veins

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Varicose veins develop in the legs when there is too much pressure on healthy veins and it becomes difficult for the heart and vein to push the blood against gravity back to the heart. The vein wall becomes weak and the tiny valves inside the vein that close so the blood does not flow backward fail to function properly. This allows the blood to pool in the vein and makes it bulge, twist and stretch out of shape.

Causes of Varicose Veins

Heredity is the main cause of enlarged veins. This means that if one of your parents or grandparents developed vein problems, there is a good chance you will too. Other causes include:

  • Obesity – excess weight is not healthy for any bodily system, but it puts a lot of pressure on the heart and circulatory system. When the heart and veins need to overwork, they may wear out faster. The veins become tired, the valves fail to function and enlarged veins develop.
  • Pregnancy – just like obesity, pregnancy may cause the heart and veins to overwork. The good news is that the problem veins may recede about three months after delivery. However, after multiple pregnancies, the veins may not recede.
  • Lifestyle – people who stand or sit for hours may be at higher risk of developing varicose veins. This is because sitting blocks the flow of blood and standing makes it more difficult for the veins to push the blood up the legs. Lack of exercise may also contribute to the development of varicose veins because exercise makes the leg muscles help the veins push the blood up the legs. If you sit for hours, try to walk around a few minutes every hour and if you stand for hours, try to sit with your feet raised above your heart several times a day.
  • Hormonal changes – puberty, menopause and birth control pills all cause fluctuations of hormones. These may contribute to the development of varicose veins. This is one reason women are more prone to enlarged veins than men.

Symptoms

In some cases, the veins may begin to bulge, but they don’t show on the surface of the skin. Whether the veins show or not, there are some common symptoms that indicate you have varicose veins. You may experience one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Heaviness and aching in the legs
  • Discoloration of the skin around the ankles
  • Sores or ulcers on the skin that do not heal quickly
  • Uncontrollable itching for no apparent reason
  • Restless legs especially at night
  • Swelling

When you visit our vein specialist at Pacific Vein Care, your varicose veins will be examined and the best course of treatment will be recommended. At our office in McHenry, IL, we strive to give our patients the best and most thorough care possible.  Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

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Cary, IL 60013
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Pacific Vein Care is taking the following measures to ensure you have healthy and safe access to our services.

  • Prior to every visit, we will ask screening questions to ensure the safest possible environment for both patients and your healthcare providers.
  • Associate wellness and temperature checks will be completed prior to the start of every shift.
  • We ask that ALL patients and associates wear masks upon entering the office.
  • Upon entry to our office, there will be hand sanitizer readily available.
  • You will be taken to a treatment room immediately on your arrival to complete your consultation or treatment in a private space disinfected immediately before and after your visit.
  • We will encourage safe distancing whenever possible. Please note the social distancing markers at the front desk.
  • We are eliminating coffee service and water bottles from our waiting area to reduce the chance of community transmission.
  • Each day we are screening our staff and following CDC guidelines regarding any members who are ill or who have had possible exposure.
  • If payment is required, we are encouraging no-touch payment methods. We are able to take payments over the phone using credit or debit cards.
  • If you, the patient, experience a cough or fever, or have recently visited any country with a CDC travel alert level III in the last month, or have come into close contact with people who have, please call us to reschedule. Patients will not incur any last-minute cancellation fees.

We will keep you updated. Please be assured that we will follow the CDC guidelines and continue to assess and update our protocols. Please feel free to inform us of any additional safeguards that we may be able to provide for you. We encourage you to help us!

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From the comfort and safety of your own home, initial consultations and office visits may be done via telemedicine. Call 815-759-2368 if you have any questions or would like to schedule today! We look forward to hearing from you soon. Stay healthy and safe.

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