To stay healthy and prepare for the future, most people may get a flu shot at the pharmacy, take vitamins on a regular basis, and even use hand sanitizer throughout the day. It’s the proactive act of looking out for yourself, where even the smallest steps can have the biggest impact for your health.
The problem is, pneumonia, flu, and other health issues get all the press for preventative measures. What about conditions like peripheral venous disease (PVD)?
At Florida Lakes Vein Center, our vein experts have the training and resources you need to identify and combat PVD. Read our blog about the treatments and therapies we offer for peripheral venous disease treatment in Lakewood Ranch, including the effects on your body. It’s always free to request a screening or call us for more information.
How Peripheral Venous Disease Affects the Body
Peripheral venous disease is another term for “chronic venous insufficiency” or “CVI,” a condition that affects the veins in your legs. Veins carry blood across your body and back to the heart, and if they become narrow or damaged, blood has a more difficult time circulating back to heart and from there to your lungs.
Peripheral venous disease can cause blood to pool in the legs, leading to a number of conditions such as:
- Ulcers
- Leg swelling
- Pain and burning sensations
- Spider veins
- Varicose veins
The best method for treating peripheral venous disease is by treating the damaged veins, and we have a few treatment options to make that happen.
Treatments for Peripheral Venous Disease
If your veins are damaged and struggle to move blood to the heart, we have a couple of treatment options that can help.
Varithena
During a Varithena treatment, our providers inject the damaged veins with a medical microfoam. This foam seals up the damaged arteries and allows the body to safely redirect the blood flow through healthier veins.
VenaSeal
VenaSeal is another effective treatment for peripheral venous disease. During this treatment, providers use a medical-grade glue and ultrasound technology to guide it to the damaged veins.
Schedule Your Vein Screening
To find the right treatment for your condition, schedule a vein screening with our team. Our experts meet with you, go over your medical history, and examine your symptoms. We then use this information to develop a treatment plan for your needs.
Everyone’s bodies are unique, so it stands to reason your treatment should be, too. We can treat your vein disease and keep your body in top shape when you come to Florida Lakes Vein Center.