Vein disease includes a wide range of conditions that affect blood return from the legs to the heart. These include chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, spider veins, deep vein thrombosis, superficial vein inflammation, post-thrombotic syndrome, and venous ulcers.
The right treatment depends on whether symptoms are caused by superficial reflux, deep vein obstruction, prior clot damage, inflammation, or another medical condition.
Symptoms patients may notice
- Leg swelling, heaviness, aching, or fatigue
- Varicose veins, spider veins, or skin discoloration
- Itching, dryness, thickened skin, or wounds near the ankle
- History of DVT, vein procedures, or recurrent swelling
How we evaluate this condition
- Vein history, physical exam, and risk-factor review
- Venous ultrasound for reflux or clot when appropriate
- Assessment for heart, kidney, liver, medication, lymphatic, or arterial causes of swelling when relevant
Treatment and care options
- Compression therapy, walking, elevation, and edema management
- Vein procedures for reflux or symptomatic varicose veins when appropriate
- Blood thinner management or clot evaluation when DVT risk is present
- Wound care and referral coordination for advanced disease
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent care for fever, rapidly spreading redness, severe pain, black tissue, or concern for blood clot.
CTA: Schedule a vein disease evaluation.