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Do Varicose Veins Cause Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?

Varicose veins may not cause any problems, or they may cause aching pain, throbbing and discomfort. In some cases, varicose veins can lead to more serious health problems including Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). Sores and skin ulcers can develop due … Continue reading

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Video Spotlight: Pregnancy and Veins

Many women first start to develop varicose veins during pregnancy. As the uterus grows, it puts pressure on the large vein on the right side of the body, which in turn increases pressure in the leg veins. Veins are the … Continue reading

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What Are Vaginal and Vulval Varicose Veins?

Varicose veins are bulging veins seen through the surface of the skin. However, sometimes the varicose veins can develop in other areas of the body including the vagina and vulva. Vaginal varicose veins look like bulges in the wall of … Continue reading

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What To Do If Stripped Varicose Veins Come Back

If you’ve had vein stripping performed in the past, and the varicose veins have returned, Reno Vein Clinic can help. Continue reading

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Video Spotlight- What are Varicose Veins?

Dr. Merchant of the Reno Vein Clinic talks about varicose veins. Continue reading

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What Is Vasculitis?

Vasculitis is an inflammation of your blood vessels. Continue reading

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About the Vascular Disease Foundation

The Vascular Disease Foundation (VDF) was founded in 1998 to inform the public about the dangers of vascular disease. Continue reading

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What Are Spider Veins?

What are spider veins and why do they develop? Continue reading

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What is a Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?

Thoracic aortic aneurysm is a weakened and bulging area in the upper part of the major vessel that feeds blood to the body from the heart. Continue reading

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What Does it Mean to Be Certified by The American Board of Phlebology?

The doctors at the Reno Vein Clinic are certified by the American Board of Phlebology. Find out why that’s important! Continue reading

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