NJVVC Blog
Latest News and Information from The New Jersey Vein and Vascular Center
Navigating the Skincare: Secrets of Serums
With the skincare and cosmetic industry booming at $145 billion and releasing new lotions, cremes, and serums every day, it's easy to get lost. But with a helpful guide to skincare serums, you’ll be able to walk down that skincare aisle with confidence. If you haven't...
Varicose Veins: It’s a Guy Thing
Although many people think varicose veins only happen to women, it is in fact an equal-opportunity affliction. According to Stanford Hospital and Clinics, half of the general population suffers from venous disease. Roughly 45% of that half is male. The Cleveland...
Chemical Peels for Acne Scars
When it comes to acne, getting a pimple is just the tip of the iceberg. Luckily, there are a lot of ways to reduce or eliminate breakouts fast. Face washes, acne creams, and even medication can help. But for many, it's the acne aftermath of scars causes concern. And...
Why Menopause Increases Your Risk of Varicose Veins
Menopause dramatically reduces the amount of estrogen and progesterone produced in the ovaries. Because of that, women over 50 are at a higher risk of developing varicose veins. Estrogen and progesterone contribute significantly to the health of women's capillaries...
Spider Veins on Your Face: Causes and Treatment
Thin blue, purple, or red lines, which may appear like webs or branches on your face, are known as spider veins. Some people also refer to them as thread veins or broken blood vessels. There could be several reasons for spider veins appearing on the face....
Understanding and Preventing Leg Blood Clots (DVT)
The body has a number of deep veins that circulate blood and return it back to the heart from both legs. However, this phenomenal system also makes legs vulnerable to deep vein thrombosis or DVT. DVT is a blood clot in the leg. Suffering from a current or repeat blood...
Support Your Vein Health While Working from Home
Working from home during quarantine is disruptive to life in more ways than one. Being stuck at home can affect your mental and physical health, including your veins. Staying inside week after week means more sitting and a lack of mobility. Typically, there is not a...
