As a curious child, you might remember staring at an older relative’s thick stockings at the blue, gnarled veins lying under the skin like bumpy snakes. Known as varicose veins, these blood vessels, ...

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Stem cell therapy may help people with circulation problems in their legs. Duke researchers are testing the safety of injecting placental stem cells in patients with peripheral arterial disease, which ...

Treating leg ulcers within two weeks by closing faulty veins improves healing by 12 per cent compared to standard treatment, according to new findings. The research, led by Imperial College London and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Can poor circulation in feet due to peripheral arterial disease be treated? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries (atherosclerosis), reducing ...

Varicose veins are a common condition that affects millions of people and can lead to discomfort and complications if left untreated.

Minimally invasive treatment for narrowing of the arteries in the legs, hands and feet is as effective in women as in men. That's the main finding from a study that looked at the effects of ...

Q: I have been diagnosed with intermittent claudication, but I know almost nothing about it. I would like to have as much information about this disease as possible. It seems that the veins and ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am having a problem with lack of circulation in my legs ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 versus the normal range of 0.9-1.40. I was not surprised, as poor ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 ...