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Unraveling Lymphedema: Causes, Risk Factors, and Treatment Options

Vascular Physician

Other signs of lymphedema include: Feeling tightness or heaviness in the affected area Thickening of the skin Frequent infections It is best to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider as soon as you notice one or more symptoms of lymphedema. Early diagnosis could mean a more effective treatment plan.

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Can a DVT go away on its own?

Vascular Physician

Being diagnosed with a blood clot can be a scary experience. If you've been diagnosed with a DVT (deep vein thrombosis), you may be wondering if your condition will resolve on its own or if medical intervention is necessary. What Are the Treatment Options for DVT? Can DVT go away on its own?

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The Link Between Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Vascular Physician

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes or PAD, managing your condition is the best way to prevent it from worsening and contributing to other health issues. Additionally, if you have been diagnosed with diabetes, one or more of these risk factors could put you at risk for developing PAD.

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Arteriovenous Fistula: What It Is and How It Is Treated in Vascular Surgery

Vascular Physician

Diagnosis and Treatment of AVFs AVFs are diagnosed by a healthcare provider. If the healthcare provider suspects you have an AVF, they will request other tests to confirm it. If the healthcare provider suspects you have an AVF, they will request other tests to confirm it.

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Prescribing Red Flags and Suspicious Controlled Substance Orders: Current Cautionary Tales

FDA Law Blog

District Court for the Western District of Texas imposed a $275,000 civil penalty on Zarzamora Healthcare LLC, in San Antonio, and its pharmacist-owner. On October 10th, based on ability to pay, the U.S. 11, 2023 ( DOJ Press Release ). Our post on the Betances distributor decision and suspicious orders will appear in the near future.

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What Triggers May-Thurner Syndrome

Vascular Physician

This can make it difficult for individuals to get a proper diagnosis and the treatment they need to prevent the condition from progressing into something more serious. If your healthcare provider suspects that you could have May-Thurner syndrome, they will likely use noninvasive imaging studies to diagnose you.

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What does claudication feel like and what are the most common causes?

Vascular Physician

These include: • Family history of PAD and claudication • Being over the age of 50 and smoking or having diabetes • Chronic kidney disease • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Diabetes • Obesity • Smoking What Are the Treatment Options? Contact us today to schedule your consultation.