When small facial veins become visible through the skin, the condition is referred to as spider veins. The name is derived from the resemblance of the web of a spider as the veins appear interwoven together. Spider veins are basically miniature varicose veins. The difference is the size of the … [Read more...]

Vein insufficiency affects an estimated 2.5 million Americans. This means that many people experience venous disease in the form of varicose veins, spider veins or another type of condition that manifests symptoms visible to the naked eye. While the underlying causes of venous insufficiency can … [Read more...]