After a long day at work many people, including myself, turn to the television for an escape. Tonight, my show of choice was Dr. Phil, a classic. Surprisingly my evening escape would bring up a topic that seemed all too familiar to me in the workplace; “Medical Gaslighting”. Tonight's panel consisted of a group of women, many suffering from chronic illnesses. These women brought stories, ones that I’ve personally heard many times throughout my career as a nurse both in the hospital setting and at CVM.

Unexplainable swelling of your legs or edema accompanied by difficulty breathing is alarming. Even worse when you've got leg pain or even chest pain. In this case, it’s time to see a leg swelling doctor. Recognizing when to seek medical treatment from a swelling leg doctor in Mayland is crucial since edema can be life-threatening.

Fear of the unknown is a strong, driving emotion within all of us.  It is part of our internal compass or “gut feeling” that helps us stay safe when facing new situations.   Sometimes this fear is very rational based on past experience or on the information given to us about the new situation.  At times, the fear can seem irrational or unable to be explained, but still very real.

For many individuals with non-healing wounds, it may seem like the best option is to wait for the wound to heal. However, waiting can sometimes cause the wound to become deeper, larger and infected. Waiting to treat a non-healing wound can lead to significant complications and need for drastic intervention, such as hospitalization, surgery, and in some cases, amputation. 

This guide will give you the information you need to understand your options, select the appropriate treatment, and feel more confident and comfortable as you move forward with your care.

Your circulatory system consists of blood vessels that deliver blood throughout the body. Blood keeps your body healthy and functioning. It transports oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and eliminates carbon dioxide and waste. Given the importance of blood, poor circulation can lead to serious health problems. 

Poor circulation in your feet and lower extremities occurs because of compromised blood vessels that serve those regions. Common symptoms of poor circulation in the legs and feet include numbness, muscle cramps, and cold feet. 

Unexplainable swelling of your legs, or Edema, can be alarming and embarrassing. Especially in the warmer months when we are wearing shorts and bathing suits.  Even worse than swollen legs, are heavy, painful or achy legs. But when do you know it’s time to see a specialist? 

And what can you do at home to help your swollen legs? Recognizing when to seek medical treatment from a vascular specialist can be difficult, so we’re going to tell you all you need to know about Lower Extremity Edema!

A doppler ultrasound is a simple, non-invasive diagnostic test that uses ultrasound (high-frequency sound waves) to notice changes in the blood flow within the arteries and veins of the arms or legs. An attached computer generates blood flow anomalies based on the data from the returning sound waves from the vessels, which appears on a graph. 

Arterial doppler of upper and lower extremities helps diagnose various conditions of the arms and legs, including:

Swelling in the ankle is a common problem that can be caused by many things, including injury, infection, or even medication. While it is not usually accompanied by pain, there are times when the swelling can be quite severe and very painful. Here are some possible causes of ankle swelling without pain and treatment options.

Blood circulation is an essential function in the body. With continuous blood circulation, every organ in your body tends to function correctly as they receive the necessary levels of oxygen and nutrients. However, when different body parts, such as the feet, have poor blood circulation, you might experience various symptoms.

Poor blood circulation in the feet can be caused by serious health conditions and shouldn’t go unchecked. 

This article explores the causes of poor blood circulation in the feet and possible remedies.

Lower leg pain isn’t just a nuisance; it can signify a severe underlying condition. The issue can significantly harm the quality of your life, making it difficult to walk or even stand.

Lower leg pain can have many causes, including vascular, musculoskeletal, and nerve problems. If you experience lower leg pain, see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.