Category Archives: Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy- The Perfect Christmas Gift!
Do you have bothersome or embarrassing veins on your legs that you wish they would go away? Well, we have great news! Sclerotherapy is what you’ve been looking for! What is sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy is a highly effective, minimally invasive treatment that we recommend for removing small to medium varicose veins and spider veins. This treatment […]
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Dr. Olinde featured in Healthcare Journal of Baton Rouge
Vascular surgeon Andrew Olinde, MD, was named Chief Medical Officer at Baton Rouge General in December. In this role, Dr. Olinde is responsible for building positive relationships with the physician community and representing the General publicly on medical topics. In addition, he continues to see patients at the Vascular Specialty Center located on the General’s […]
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Symptoms of Vein Disease You Shouldn’t Ignore
Every beat of your heart sends blood through a complex system of large and small blood vessels called the circulatory system. Healthy veins are essential for maintaining proper blood circulation throughout your body and keeping your heart, lungs and kidneys is good working order. When your veins become weakened or compromised, you’re at risk of […]
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Diagnosing Vein Disease
If your primary care physician believes you are at risk for vein disease he may refer you to a vascular specialist. The vascular specialists at Total Vein Care can evaluate your known (and unknown) vein issues, and recommend the best treatment. How is vein disease diagnosed? When you share your concerns about your vein health […]
Spider Vein Treatment
Spider veins –– the small, but annoying veins are easy to recognize. They resemble spider webs made of thin red blood vessels, and appear on the legs, feet and face. Though usually harmless, spider veins can in rare cases cause itching or burning. They can also be an indicator of vein disease, or venous insufficiency […]
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Varicose Vein Treatment
Varicose veins are painful, bulging, unsightly veins that require specialized treatment performed by a vein specialist. If you’re experiencing symptoms related to varicose veins, like swelling or aching, a complete vein screening will help determine the best treatment options for you. Early diagnosis and treatment can eliminate the signs and symptoms of varicose veins and […]
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New Year, New You: Treating Vein Disease
Do you have vein disease? Vein disease is a common condition that affects millions of people every year. It is often manifested by visible veins on the legs, called varicose veins and spider veins. Spider veins generally don’t exhibit any symptoms, but varicose veins can be very painful, and even debilitating. You may have vein […]
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Tagged EVLT, Microphlebectomy, Sclerotherapy, Spider Veins, Varicose Veins, vein disease, vein treatment
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Is Sclerotherapy Right For Your Varicose and Spider Veins?
Sclerotherapy is generally used to treat varicose and spider veins. A salt solution is directly injected into the vein, causing the blood to clot and the vein to collapse. The collapsed vein is then reabsorbed by your body, leaving no visible sign of it. This technique has been widely used to treat smaller veins since […]
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