Dr. Barry Oswalt at Fort Worth Vein Center provides women in Fort Worth and Arlington, Texas, with minimally invasive treatments to help them live more comfortably again.
Why Do Women Get Varicose Veins More Often?
Several factors explain why women are more prone to varicose veins:
- Hormones: Hormonal changes during pregnancy, menopause, or even from birth control can weaken veins and make it harder for blood to flow properly.Â
- Pregnancy: During pregnancy, the growing baby puts extra pressure on veins, especially in the legs, and increased blood volume can make veins swell.
- Genetics: If other women in your family have varicose veins, you’re more likely to develop them too. Genetics play a big role in how your veins function.
- Lifestyle: Jobs that require long hours of standing or sitting – like teaching, nursing, or desk work – can increase pressure on the veins.
Symptoms and How Treatment Can Help
Varicose veins can cause more than just cosmetic concerns. You might feel aching, heaviness, or swelling in your legs, especially after standing or sitting for a long time. Left untreated, these symptoms can get worse – you could eventually develop complications like skin ulcers or blood clots.
Dr. Oswalt offers advanced, FDA-approved treatments for varicose veins:
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA): A laser fiber delivers heat to close the affected vein, improving circulation by redirecting blood flow to healthy veins.
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): A catheter delivers radiofrequency energy to seal the vein, also rerouting blood to healthier veins.
Both procedures are minimally invasive, take under 30 minutes, boast success rates of over 90%, and allow same-day return to normal activities with little to no pain.
Choose Expert Care for Lasting Relief
If you’re dealing with varicose veins, help is just a phone call away. At Fort Worth Vein Center, Dr. Oswalt and his team specialize in treatments that can improve your quality of life. Call 817-536-9600 to schedule a consultation in Fort Worth, TX.
