Oct 30, 2018
A variocele is a type of varicose vein that affects only men. You’ve seen photos of varicose veins on the legs and how swollen they can become, right? Now imagine one or more of those swollen veins developing in the male testicles and scrotum. That’s a...
Oct 30, 2018
In another article about varicoceles, the vein specialists at Comprehensive Interventional Care Centers explained what varicoceles are. We also described what causes them and who is at risk. Finally, we noted when you should see a doctor if you think you have them. In...
Oct 30, 2018
Back in ancient times, myths had a function. They weren’t really true stories, but they were intended to inspire people and teach them important principles. In our modern Internet age, however, myths are more often factually incorrect stories that cause damage...
Oct 30, 2018
Advances in cardiovascular medicine in recent years have made it easier for doctors to detect peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in its early stages. This includes the use of advanced diagnostic tools such as Doppler ultrasound. In mild cases of PAD, the narrowing of...
Oct 30, 2018
When patients with varicose veins come in for their first visit to Comprehensive Integrated Care, we sometimes ask them why they decided to finally reach out for help. They explain to us what it’s been like for them “living with vein disease”....
