We use the term “chronic venous disease” to refer to a range of conditions caused by abnormal or impaired blood flow in the veins, primarily in the legs. CVD usually results from malfunctioning valves in the veins. These broken valves fail to keep blood flowing efficiently back to the heart, leading to blood pooling in those veins. This increases venous pressure, causing various symptoms affecting the legs, including varicose veins, spider veins, edema, and more.
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Florida Lakes Vein Center in Venice leads the way in vein care services in Florida. Experienced vein specialists TC Lackey II D.O., Francesca Mertan PA-C, and Lauren Fazenbaker PA-C lead a team of compassionate professionals who take the time to listen to patients and obtain a comprehensive medical history before recommending any vein treatment.
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CVD is caused by several factors. Some of those include:
- Age. The risk increases with age as vein walls and valves may weaken over time.
- Genetics. A family history of CVD can increase your risk.
- Obesity. Excess weight puts additional pressure on veins.
- Pregnancy. Increased blood volume and pressure on the pelvic veins during pregnancy can contribute to CVD.
- Prolonged Standing/Sitting. Occupations that require long periods of standing or sitting can impair blood flow.
- Sedentary Lifestyle. Without exercise and movement, veins can weaken and blood flow is reduced in the lower extremities.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis. A history of previous blood clots in the veins can damage vein valves.
When you request a screening at our vein center in Venice, FL, we’ll go over all of this and more so that we have the clearest picture of your vein health—including taking an ultrasound of your immediate deeper vein condition. We’ll make sure you get the help and treatments you need to address your venous issues.
In many cases, CVD develops from lifestyle choices. When patients make better choices, it greatly reduces the likelihood of having chronic venous disease. Some causative factors, such as genetics, can’t be undone. However, making sure personal choices don’t exacerbate the situation does much to enhance healing and the patient’s quality of life.
Some of our recommendations include:
- Maintaining a Healthy Weight. Reduces pressure on the veins.
- Regular Exercise. Enhances circulation and muscle tone in the legs.
- Avoiding Prolonged Immobility. Taking breaks to walk or move if you sit or stand for long periods.
- Wearing Compression Stockings. For individuals at risk, especially during prolonged immobility (like long flights).
If you’re curious but not ready to see a doctor, try our free online screening tool. It only takes about 5 minutes to complete this guided questionnaire, and the result will be sent to your email inbox.
However, if you’re experiencing any of the following, you should request a screening as soon as possible at our vein center in Venice, FL. Our treatment team can help you identify the issues and create a personal treatment plan to address not only the symptoms, but the underlying causes.
Come see us if you experience:
- Persistent leg pain or swelling, especially if it worsens over time.
- Visible varicose veins that cause discomfort or concern.
- Skin changes such as discoloration, hardening, or ulcers.
- Symptoms that interfere with your activities or cause significant discomfort.
Understanding when you should see a doctor can help you recognize symptoms, seek timely medical intervention, and adopt lifestyle changes to manage and alleviate the condition effectively.
Yes, our vein center in Venice accepts most insurance plans. Varicose veins are considered a medical disease, and most insurance plans cover treatment.* The same goes for DVT (deep vein thrombosis), venous ulcers, and more. Call Florida Lakes Vein Center today at 941-257-0765 to check if your plan is accepted. It’s a No Veiner!
*Coverable treatment doesn’t include those for aesthetic value only.
To address varicose and spider veins, our most popular treatments include Varithena, VenaSeal, and sclerotherapy.
- Varithena
Varithena is the brand name for a proprietary microfoam sclerosant used in the treatment of varicose veins. At your vein clinic in Venice, FL, our vein specialist administers this injectable foam to fill the bulging section of the vein.
The foam displaces blood within the vein and causes the vein walls to collapse and seal shut. This process reroutes blood flow to healthier veins, and your body eventually reabsorbs the collapsed vein.
Varithena typically treats larger veins, and can be effective in reducing the appearance of varicose veins and relieving associated symptoms such as pain, heaviness, and swelling. The treatment is quick, minimally invasive, and usually performed as a nonsurgical outpatient procedure with minimal downtime.
- VenaSeal
VenaSeal involves a medical adhesive that closes off diseased veins. During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into the affected vein, and the adhesive is delivered to the vein via the catheter. The adhesive seals the vein shut, redirecting blood flow to healthier veins.
One of the key advantages of VenaSeal is that it often requires no tumescent anesthesia (large volumes of diluted local anesthetic) and minimal post-procedure compression. This makes VenaSeal a comfortable choice for our patients, with quick recovery times and minimal post-treatment restrictions.
VenaSeal effectively treats the underlying cause of varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency, providing relief from symptoms and improving vein appearance.
- Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy at our vein clinic in Venice, FL, has a well-regarded reputation as an excellent treatment for small to medium-sized varicose and spider veins. For sclerotherapy, a sclerosant solution is injected directly into the affected veins. The sclerosant irritates the vein walls, causing them to collapse and stick together.
Over time, the treated veins turn into scar tissue and are absorbed by the body. Sclerotherapy provides excellent cosmetic improvements and symptom relief. Our team usually performs sclerotherapy without the need of anesthesia, so patients are free to go about their day—including driving themselves to and from their procedure.
Multiple sessions may be necessary to achieve optimal results, depending on the extent of the varicose veins. Your Florida Lakes Vein Center provider will walk you through all the details during your consultation.
No, varicose veins are a symptom of CVD, characterized by enlarged, twisted veins visible under the skin. CVD encompasses a broader spectrum of venous disorders, including chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), spider veins, venous ulcers, deep vein thrombosis, and other related conditions.
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