Dr. Van Cheng
Recent Articles
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Are spider veins cause for concern?
Spider veins – thin visible veins that can look like a spider web – are a common venous condition that can affect both women and men. Many people find spider veins to be an unsightly nuisance, but when does the condition require medical attention? Medically known as telangiectasia, spider veins...
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Varicose veins are a woman's health issue and other myths
Often varicose veins are thought to be a woman’s health issue. The truth is both women and men develop varicose veins. In fact about half of all cases of varicose veins are found in men.
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Varicose veins are a woman's health issue and other myths
Often varicose veins are thought to be a woman’s health issue. The truth is both women and men develop varicose veins. In fact about half of all cases of varicose veins are found in men.
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Summer heat and varicose veins
This summer’s repeated excessive heat warnings have brought reminders of staying hydrated and limiting time in the sun. Those words of advice ring particularly true for anyone living with varicose veins.
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What not to eat to promote vein health
What do a crisp piece of bacon, a handful of corn chips and a dish of full fat ice cream have in common? If you guessed that they are foods that can affect your circulatory system negatively, you are correct.
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Eat These Foods to Improve Your Circulatory System
Choosing healthier foods for better circulation is not only good for your heart but it leads to faster healing, stronger muscles and higher energy.
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Long-distance travel and Varicose Veins
Whether you are driving up the coast to the Cascades or taking a 12-hour flight from San Diego to London, long-distance travel presents challenges for anyone living with varicose veins.
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Birth Control and Varicose Veins
Most women are actively concerned with their health, and taking birth control—oral contraceptives, an implant, an IUD, or a patch—is a method used by many women to maintain control over their bodies and their overall wellness.