EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — If you have varicose veins, you may be relieved that shorts season is ending.
While they can be unsightly, varicose veins aren’t typically associated with major health conditions. However, if they progress they can cause pain or be associated with some superficial clots. If you’re experiencing significant symptoms or skin changes, or if the varicose veins are getting larger you should get them looked at by a medical professional.
Dr. Peter Soden, a vascular surgeon with Brown Surgical Associates, joined Kim Kalunian on 12 News Now at 4 on WPRI 12 this week, to talk about varicose veins and other vascular conditions, including aneurysms.
Risk factors for varicose veins include:
- Genetics
- Age
- Obesity
- Sedentary Lifestyle
- Post-Pregnancy
Prevention steps for varicose veins include:
- Keeping an Active Lifestyle
- Compression Stockings
- Elevating Legs
- Heart-Healthy Diet
Signs of Stroke & Carotid Artery Disease
Dr. Soden also talked about some of the other vascular conditions treated at Brown Surgical Associates, including aneurysms, and blockages in arteries and veins.
Read more about carotid revascularization »
You should be screened for carotid artery disease if you have:
- Weakness, numbness, tingling, or paralysis of the arm, leg, or face on one side of your body
- Trouble swallowing
- Loss of eyesight or blurry eyesight in one eye
- Dizziness, confusion, fainting, or coma
- Unexplained slurred or garbled speech
If you experience the following signs of a stroke, remember to act FAST:
Face Drooping
Arm Weakness
Slurred Speach
Time to Call 911
