Swelling

Swelling

There are many reasons swelling can occur on the lower legs. But one of the signs of venous insufficiency is swelling around the ankles and calves. Healthy veins pump blood upward through muscle contractions in the lower limbs. These elastic veins have tiny valves that maintain proper blood flow by keeping blood flowing in only one direction: back up to the heart. Venous insufficiency occurs when the valves in veins don’t properly close Instead, the blood pools or refluxes in the vein. This can lead to extravasation of fluid, creating the swelling of veins you may be experiencing.

Risk Factors for Swelling Veins

Some of the risk factors that may cause swelling in the lower limbs include:

While some of these risk factors can be overcome through activity such as exercise and a healthy diet, prolonged swelling in the lower extremities can progress to symptoms such as varicose veins, spider veins, lymphedema, and even dangerous blood clots.

Common Symptoms of Leg Vein Swelling

Vein swelling due to venous insufficiency is a symptom all its own, but it is usually accompanied by other symptoms. Identifying these symptoms can give you and our doctors at Heart of Dixie insight into the source of the problem. These symptoms include:

Leg Swelling Treatment Options

While some of the treatments we provide for conditions such as spider veins and varicose veins are fairly straightforward, swelling could be a sign of something more serious, including heart failure or kidney and liver conditions. The sudden onset of swollen veins may be due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition caused by blood clots in the veins. Our comprehensive practitioners will seek to find the root of your leg swelling.

“So pleased with the care of Dr. Jamison and his team. Because of his procedures I no longer have leg cramps, swelling, aching or general discomfort in my legs; never realized how effective it would be!”

—Gail M.

Swollen Legs & Swelling Veins in St. George, Utah, and Cedar City, Utah

If you’re wondering about the causes of swollen legs and the causes of ankle edema or leg edema, the Heart of Dixie Vein and Vascular Center can help. Many of our patients come to us wanting to understand what causes swollen ankles and edema in legs. Our high-quality and compassionate care can help individuals receive effective swollen legs treatment that reduces leg swelling and improves your comfort.

Treat Your Swollen Legs & Ankles at Heart of Dixie Today

Contact us at Heart of Dixie today to find the help you need to avoid venous insufficiency and the associated health risks that come with it, like swelling. We gladly serve patients for vein swelling in St. George, UT, and the surrounding area, as well as anyone who comes to seek relief from leg swelling, varicose veins, and other such conditions. You will only receive the friendliest service with us!

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