A study, published in the Journal of Hepatology, found once hepatitis C infection has healed, portal vein hypertension also heals, according to Medical Xpress. Researchers performed portal vein ...

Swollen veins can signal various underlying health conditions ranging from minor circulatory issues to serious medical concerns. Recognizing the primary causes helps determine when to seek ...

Phlebitis is a condition characterized by the inflammation of a vein, most commonly occurring in the legs. It can develop in veins close to the surface of the skin (superficial phlebitis) or in deeper ...

Superficial phlebitis is a condition where there is inflammation of a vein just under the skin, often in the leg. The term “phlebitis” refers to inflammation of a vein, and “superficial” means that it ...

Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins caused by weakened valves that allow blood to pool. While often a cosmetic issue, they can pose health risks like blood clots and skin ulcers. Self-care ...

Medically reviewed by Danielle McNeil, D.P.M Varicose vein treatments decrease symptoms, prevent complications such as leg pain, blood clots, or sores (ulcers), and sometimes eliminate them. For some ...

Don’t get it twisted. While spider and varicose veins are a source of aesthetic ire for many, there are key, and potentially life-threatening, differences between the two conditions. “The difference ...

Data is from comprehensive review of hospital charges and all-payer claims over five years - - Preventable complications such as amputation and ...