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Veins vs. Arteries: What’s the Difference?
Your veins and arteries carry blood to and from your heart to the rest of your body. Without them, your body would not be able to function. They help provide essential nutrients and oxygen to your organs and tissues while carrying away waste. While they work together to keep your body working well, there are […]
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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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Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis is a serious, potentially deadly condition that occurs when a blood clot forms within a deep vein in the thigh, lower leg, pelvis, or arm. DVT can lead to life-threatening complications if the blood clot breaks free and travels to the lungs, which is called pulmonary embolism (PE). Symptoms of deep vein […]
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What is the VeinGogh Treatment?
The VeinGogh procedure is a quick, effective and minimally invasive treatment used to reduce or eliminate spider veins from the face, ankles or knees. What are spider veins? Spider veins are dilated superficial blood vessels that are caused by increased pressure in the veins. Spider veins are characterized by tiny, thin veins that sprawl just […]
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What is Phlebology?
Phlebology is a term used to describe the specialty of venous disorder treatments. A medically certified specialist in phlebology is called a phlebologist. The American Medical Association added phlebology to their list of self-designated practice specialties in 2005. There have been many associations and societies put in place that focus entirely on the treatment of […]
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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Varicose Veins
Though varicose veins can be unsightly and often very painful, there are more serious reasons why you shouldn’t ignore them. Do you have varicose veins? Found primarily on the legs, varicose veins are large, bulging, twisted veins that you can see just below the skin. In addition to their ugly appearance, they can be very […]
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Tips on Choosing a Vein Specialist
When it comes to vein disease, choosing the right vein specialist can be difficult. You may not know where to begin, and you may have a lot of questions. Should you take a referral from your primary care physician or choose a vein specialist more carefully? Or maybe you should do a quick search online. […]
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The Connection Between Pregnancy and Varicose Veins
When a woman becomes pregnant, many physiological and emotional changes can take place — a rise in hormone levels, an increase in blood volume, and an increase in uterus size, just to name a few. These physiological changes during pregnancy are also often accompanied by a long list of physical symptoms, including: Nausea Fatigue Frequent […]
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Does Crossing Your Legs Cause Varicose Veins?
Many of you have heard it before “Crossing your legs will cause varicose veins.” The debate has gone on for ages, but what’s the truth? Can simply crossing your legs too often be one of reasons you’re developing varicose veins, or is it just a myth? The truth is that crossing your legs is not […]
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Understanding Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a frustrating and exhausting condition that can affect many areas of your life, especially your sleep schedule. Though this well-known medical condition sounds relatively harmless, severe cases of RLS can cause symptoms that lead to chronic sleep deprivation. What are the signs and symptoms of restless legs syndrome? Restless legs […]
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