Venous insufficiency is a circulatory problem that involves abnormal blood flow in superficial or deep veins and often causes varicose veins and ankle discoloration. To illustrate, normal leg veins have valves that keep blood directed up towards the heart. But, veins that are insufficient or “leaking” have valves that look more like bar room doors that flap forward and backward and thus let blood leak downwards to the feet. The resulting pressure causes “bulging” varicose veins on the surface.
If you have these symptoms, Michael D. Landau, MD, at Vein Care Medical Center in Beverly Grove (Miracle Mile District) and Walnut, California, can help. Dr. Landau is an expert in vein diseases and conditions like venous insufficiency and provides the most advanced forms of treatment, including endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Call or send an email to Vein Care Medical Center today to schedule a consultation or book an appointment.
request an appointment