Varicose veins develop when veins cease to function properly. This is called venous insufficiency, and there are several causes. Normal veins work because of their elastic vein walls and valves as well as muscle contractions in the lower legs that help pump the blood...
Venous disease affects millions of Americans. It is one of the most common conditions because it stems from a number of causes directly linked with the average person’s lifestyle and habits. The problem is that venous disease can manifest in uncomfortable ways that...
No one likes to have spider veins. However, spider veins are considered to be completely harmless. The only problem is that they are unsightly. Varicose veins, on the other hand, can present a variety of problems to the individual who has them. Individuals who have...
If you are the victim of varicose veins or spider veins, you know how bothersome they can be. When you have twisted, dark veins that look like ropes rising up on your legs, the only thing you want to do is hide this condition. While the appearance of veins is bad...
Venous insufficiency is one of the most common conditions. It can be caused by genetics, high blood pressure, heart disease, diet, a lack of exercise, congenital defects and countless other sources. The common thread with most manifestations of venous insufficiency is...
By establishing the Advanced Vein Center in South Portland, Maine, Dr. Abrahamsen is developing a new standard of care in the field of phlebology. He is dedicated to providing the best outpatient medical treatment, while perfecting new treatments for all aspects of...
