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Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

What exercises help improve venous circulation? 

Venous circulation relies heavily on the ‘calf muscle pump’ to return blood from the lower extremities to the heart. Unlike…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

How can I reduce my risk of DVT day-to-day? 

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can varicose veins lead to ulcers? 

Yes, untreated varicose veins are the leading cause of venous leg ulcers. Clinical data indicates that approximately 80% of all leg ulcers are venous…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can untreated varicose veins cause skin problems? 

Yes, untreated varicose veins are a leading cause of progressive skin damage in the lower legs. When the valves in…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Does treatment prevent varicose veins coming back? 

While modern medical procedures are highly effective at closing or removing existing varicose veins, they do not ‘cure’ the underlying tendency for…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

When is surgery needed for varicose veins? 

In the UK, surgery for varicose veins is no longer the standard first-line treatment for most patients. According to NICE guideline ,…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

What is foam sclerotherapy? 

Foam sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat varicose veins and smaller ‘spider veins’ by injecting a chemical foam directly…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

What is endovenous laser treatment? 

Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT) is a minimally invasive, gold-standard procedure used to treat varicose veins by using laser energy to seal…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Are there NHS-approved procedures for varicose veins? 

Yes, the NHS provides several approved procedures for treating varicose veins, but these are strictly reserved for patients who meet…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can exercise improve varicose veins? 

Exercise is a highly effective way to manage the symptoms of varicose veins and prevent new ones from forming, though…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS