Before You Get Spider Vein and Varicose Vein Treatment: What You Should Know

Most people with spider veins and varicose veins are bothered by cosmetic concerns related to the appearance of their legs. For some of these people, what may be more of an issue is an underlying serious venous disease problem. When patients go to a facility for removal of spider veins and varicose veins, they should be evaluated by a venous disease specialist who is capable of using cutting edge and highly effective methods for detecting and eliminating underlying venous disease that may be present. Undetected and untreated venous disease can progress to become a serious problem that may produce severe leg pain, leg swelling, discoloration and thickened leg skin and leg ulcers that respond poorly to wound care treatment. Even beyond that is the negative effect that a chronic condition like venous disease has on a patient’s entire life. Healthcare costs for ongoing treatment can be financially devastating, especially when patients have limited or no health insurance coverage. Patients may find they can no longer perform their job and recurrent absences can result in loss of employment. Living in pain can and usually does have catastrophic effects on social and professional relationships. Fortunately with appropriate diagnosis through examination and specialized venous ultrasound technology, venous disease can be detected and appropriate treatment determined. Most vein treatment facilities are focused on cosmetic spider vein and varicose vein treatment and are lacking in knowledge and resources for this essential diagnostic evaluation. That is why a vein clinic run by a true venous disease expert is essential. Patients come from all over North America to take advantage of state-of-the-art venous disease diagnosis and treatment at the Joyce Vein & Aesthetic Institute in Punta Gorda, Florida.