FOMO, or the “fear of missing out”, is that anxious feeling we get when, if we don’t do something in particular, we feel we may be missing something fantastic. As in, “I’m completely exhausted, but if I don’t go to Bob and Betty’s party, I’m going to really miss a good time.” In my case,… Read More…
Rosen Vein Care: A Chicago Area Vein Clinic That Takes A Holistic Approach to Varicose Veins and Spider Veins
I’m a vein doctor…Phlebologist, to be more precise…with a clinic devoted to treating patients with varicose veins and spider veins in the Chicago area. Patients often come to see me in consultation as a “second opinion”. There are plenty (too many?!) other vein clinics around and, being the curious sort of person I am, I… Read More…
Common Causes of Spider Veins
Have you recently noticed a web of dilated blue or red veins in your legs? Those are likely spider veins, which are caused by an increased pressure inside the blood vessels. They are comparable to varicose veins, but are smaller in size. Although they can appear anywhere on the body, spider veins are most commonly… Read More…
Varicose Veins vs. Spider Veins
Varicose veins and spider veins are extremely common prominent veins that are most often seen in the legs. Read on to learn more about varicose veins versus spider veins, what you need to know if you have them and treatment options available at Rosen Vein Care. Varicose Veins Vs. Spider Veins Spider veins have a twisty appearance, but… Read More…
Can Spider Veins Be Removed Easily, Comfortably and Effectively?
Spider veins are small veins that leave blue or purple “trails” on your skin. Spider veins are typically an aesthetic issue but sometimes may be the sign of significant underlying issues in a patient’s superficial venous system. Many patients have associated discomfort, swelling, leg cramps and even “restless leg syndrome”. They conclude that procedures required… Read More…
What are Varicose Veins and How are They Treated?
Varicose veins are enlarged and twisted veins that are visible beneath the skin. These veins usually form in the legs and the feet, but they can be seen in other parts of the body as well. This vascular condition develops as a result of pressure that is placed on the lower extremities of the body… Read More…
Rosen Vein 104:Pathophysiology or “Veins Gone Wild!”,Part 1
Venous Pathophysiology, Part 1: The North Suburbs of Chicago seems an idyllic place. Great schools. Lovely parks. The beautiful state-of-the-art Rosen Vein Care office in The Professional Plaza at Northbrook Court. But despite all the local trappings and amenities, we live in an imperfect world. The second year of med school deals with learning about… Read More…
Chicagoland Vein Lectures 101: Risk Factors for Vein Disease
So, you’ve decided to stick with Chicagoland Vein Blog on this journey to explore the strange and interesting world of vein disease. I thank you. I’m blogging from Vein Blog Central, our modern, comfortable office space located in Northbrook…conveniently located…ironically for a “vein” clinic…between the two main North Shore “arteries” of the Edens Expressway and… Read More…
