venous insufficiency Archives - Beverly Hills Heart and Vascular Center

Are Varicose Veins Dangerous?

A person looking at their varicose veins.

If you’ve noticed the twisted and bright colored veins on your legs or feet, you’re likely wondering if they’re simply a cosmetic nuisance — or a signal of something more serious. While it’s true that many people view varicose veins as just a cosmetic problem, they can sometimes signal underlying problems with blood flow, and …

Symptoms of Venous Disease

Venous disease, also known as chronic venous insufficiency, is a disease that is caused by the lack of blood flowing through major veins in the leg. This stops blood from being able to flow back to the heart, and can even make blood flow backwards. This results in blood clotting and collecting in the legs, …