Although not entirely risk free, less invasive, non-surgical treatments cause minimal disruption to the patient and require no general anesthesia or hospitalization. In addition, most non-surgical procedures can be performed at the dermatologist’s office or as an outpatient at your local hospital.
Read MoreIncreasingly, nowadays, surgery is only recommended after a patient has failed to respond to a range of preventive and self care measures. However, surgery may be required in rare cases where the patient is at risk for developing complications, such as leg ulcers, eczema, phlebitis and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
Read MoreSimple life-style changes can ease the pain of varicose veins considerably and may even prevent the condition from deteriorating. However, consult your physician if your varicose veins fail to respond to the following self care measures, or if you’re concerned with their unsightly appearance.
Read MoreVenous insufficiency occurs when the valves in the veins that move blood to the heart cannot close properly. Blood that should have been transported back up to the heart leaks downwards instead and “pools” in the lower parts of the body.
Read MoreAh, Witch Hazel. Ever heard of it? Spotted Alder? Winterbloom? Well, however you may call it, this little flowering shrub might be one of nature’s best kept secrets, especially when it comes to skin care. So go ahead and have a look at some of the wonders of witch hazel.
Read MoreSodium restriction involves more than not adding salt to your food, but includes accounting for the sodium that is already in it, or, more likely, added to it. It requires reading labels and estimating the sodium content of your food. A desirable limit on sodium is 2GM or 2000 mg per day. Achieving this limit…
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