Treating the South Texas Area
Varicose Veins on the Legs
Hamilton Vascular is your premier center for the treatment of vein disease, artery disease, feminine conditions, and interventional radiology. With multiple convenient locations, our expert medical specialists and highly-trained staff members are proud to offer cutting-edge vascular and arterial treatments to residents of Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and the neighboring communities in southern Texas. We are proud to offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments for varicose veins on the legs.
What are Varicose Veins on the Legs?
If you've started to notice your veins are becoming more visible on your legs and thighs, you're not alone. Varicose veins on the legs are characterized by a bulging blue or dark red appearance and are commonly found around the thighs and calves. These swollen veins are caused by the blood in your body not circulating the way it should and pooling in the veins, causing them to enlarge and widen. Varicose veins are typically found around the legs, but can also be found on the pelvis and testicles and are known to cause discomforts like a heavy feeling in the legs, leg discoloration, and leg hair loss.
APPEARANCE:
Swollen and enlarged veins
Blue or dark purple, and are often lumpy, bulging or twisted in appearance
LOCATION:
Most often occur on the legs
Also can be found on the face, pelvis or testes.
SYMPTOMS:
Achy or heavy feeling in your legs
Burning, throbbing, muscle cramping and swelling in your lower legs
Worsened pain after sitting or standing for a long time
Itching or skin discoloration around a varicose vein
How Much do Varicose Vein Treatments Cost?
The cost of your varicose vein treatment will vary depending on the type of treatment you receive, the extent of treatment needed to achieve your desired results, and your health insurance coverage. To get a better idea of how much your varicose vein treatment will cost, we encourage you to come in for a private consultation with one of our specialists. The professionals at Hamilton Vascular are also happy to offer flexible financing options that allow you to pay for your treatment at your convenience.
What Causes Varicose Veins on the Legs?
Varicose veins are a common condition that's caused by the veins in the body not functioning properly. Veins typically carry blood throughout the body in a one-way system in which valves keep the blood from flowing in the wrong direction. When those valves are damaged or lose their strength, the blood flows back in the wrong direction and pools in the veins causing them to enlarge and swell. While varicose veins typically affect older patients whose bodies are naturally going through changes, patients may also experience varicose veins if they are pregnant, are in their first stages of menopause, are obese, or have a family history of vein disorders.
What Treatments are Available for Varicose Veins on the Legs?
There are many treatments for varicose veins on the legs available at Hamilton Vascular, including:
The doctors and expert medical team at Hamilton Vascular are proud to offer surgical and non-surgical treatments for vein disease, artery disease, and feminine conditions. We are proud to offer a wide range of services to patients in Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and the neighboring communities in southern Texas. Contact us to schedule your private consultation with one of our vascular specialists today.