varicose veins in men
Q & A – I’M A HEAVY PERSON AND MY FEET ARE SWELLING UP BADLY. WHAT KIND OF DOCTOR DO I NEED TO SEE?
Question: I don’t know who to turn to. I take Furosemide and it doesn’t seem to be helping as fast as it should be. Do I need to see a podiatrist or do I need to get a referral to go see a specialist? I’ve been off work for 2 and 1/2 months from total…
Read MoreWhat do Men, Beer, and Varicose Veins Have in Common? Everything!
Vein specialists note that many men they treat have more severe vein problems than women because they’ve had them longer and tend to wait until their pain becomes unbearable–or worse–their veins start to bleed. Don’t be one of those guys! When is the last time you went out for beers with the boys and talked…
Read MoreCould Low Testosterone Increase the Risk of Varicose Veins in Men?
It’s a common misconception only women suffer from varicose veins, however, it is estimated that somewhere between 15% and 45% of men will develop varicose veins or venous insufficiency at some point in their lives. The exact number is unknown, primarily because a significant number of men do not seek treatment for vein disorders. There…
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