Varicose Veins
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The angiologist or vascular surgeon is the specialist who studies varicose veins, those dilated and visible veins, frequently in the legs, that appear when blood has trouble flowing back to the heart.
What are they? They are veins that widen and become twisted because the valves that help blood return don't close properly, which allows it to pool.
Common symptoms: bulging veins that are bluish or purple, a sensation of heaviness or tiredness in the legs, swelling at the end of the day, and, at times, cramps.
Common causes: family history, spending a lot of time standing, being overweight, and hormonal changes all play a role.
If leg discomfort interferes with your day-to-day life or the veins change in appearance, it's worth scheduling a review with a vascular professional.
Data on 284 doctors who treat varicose veins
Which specialist treats varicose veins?
Varicose veins should be evaluated by a vascular specialist or vascular surgeon. See a doctor if you notice bulging, visible veins, pain, or heaviness in your legs.
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Doctors specialized in varicose veins
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. José Francisco Mendiola González
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Sergio David Vallejo Toro
Dr. Alejandro López Garibay
Frequently asked questions
What is varicose veins?
The angiologist or vascular surgeon is the specialist who studies varicose veins, those dilated and visible veins, frequently in the legs, that appear when blood has trouble flowing back to the heart.
Which doctor treats varicose veins?
Varicose veins should be evaluated by a vascular specialist or vascular surgeon. See a doctor if you notice bulging, visible veins, pain, or heaviness in your legs.