The veins in our legs have many "one-way" valves which allow blood to travel up toward the heart. When you stand, the valves close in order to keep the blood from traveling backwards down the leg. Sometimes, the valves become damaged and will not close properly. This allows the blood to travel backwards in the direction of gravity. This valve problem is known as venous reflux or venous insufficiency. The symptoms that occur because of the damaged valves are due to the high pressure that develops in the veins as the blood travels backward.
Over time the veins below the bad valves can become dilated and varicosed. This condition always progresses and often leads to complications such as skin damage, chronic leg swelling, blood clots, ulceration and even spontaneous bleeding.
Many people suffer from the symptoms of Venous Insufficiency and are completely unaware of the underlying problem. Symptoms vary from person to person but the following symptoms could indicate venous insufficiency and require the attention of a doctor.
- Leg aching, heaviness and tiredness that is worse at the end of the day
- Leg swelling that is worse at the end of the day
- Leg cramps at night
- Itching
- Restless legs
- Blood clots
- Eczema type skin rash on lower legs
- Leg ulcers
- Spontaneous bleeding
- Occasionally patients experience a burning or numbness in their legs
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, contact us to schedule a consultation. Bailey Vein Institute provides the most comprehensive vein treatment and is the most trusted vein center on the Big Island. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care and achieving excellent results.
Call today to schedule your consultation with the best Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey.
Dr. Bailey’s goal is to provide patients with safe, leading edge, minimally invasive vein surgery and cosmetic surgery in a comfortable non hospital setting. Dr. Bailey offers a professional and personal consultation to discuss how he can help you look and feel your best.
Call today to schedule your consultation with the best Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey.
Bailey Vein Institute
65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway
Suite 16
Suite 16
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Tel: 808.885.4401
Tel: 808.885.4403
Tel: 808.885.4403
