“My skin looks dirty, but I took a shower this morning.” This is something I commonly hear when talking to patients. This may not only be embarrassing for patients, but also lead to skin damage and wounds. There are different types of skin discoloration that are related to vascular disease. Most of them are due to veins that are not functioning properly. Below is a summary of the most common skin conditions that are seen as related to vascular disease.   

Stasis Dermatitis  

An artery is a blood vessel that brings oxygen and nutrient-rich blood from your heart to the rest of your body like your organs, arms, legs, and feet. Without oxygen and nutrients, your body would not be able to function. The nighttime leg pain can be a sign of Peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Below are the reasons why the patient might be suffering from PAD.

Dr. Gaurav Lakhanpal, the medical director for The Center for Vascular Medicine, explains the Angiogram procedure. This is a procedure to check the arterial circulation in the body using a dye test. 

Arterial disease is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease worldwide. The most common type of arterial disease is an occlusion or obstruction in the arteries supplying blood to a part of your body. These arteries play a significant function in moving blood from the heart to organs and other parts of the body, like the legs and feet.

Pelvic pain is experienced in the lower parts of the abdomen and pelvis. The pain might be steady or kick in at random intervals. Pelvic pain is commonly a sign of a vascular disorder. At the Center for Vascular Medicine, you can rely on our vascular doctor to address your pelvic pain. If it’s not resolved in time, the condition can progress into a worse problem. The following are some of the common causes of pelvic pain.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot usually in the legs due to prolonged sitting or other surgical procedures. It can become Pulmonary Embolisms where the clot travels to the heart, which is the predominant cause of death among patients. Diagnosis of Deep Vein Thrombosis can be complicated, but it can be quickly treated with the help of a proficient vascular physician.

Anyone can be diagnosed with a DVT. Some factors will make you more prone to DVT; these are:

Veins in the body play the role of pumping blood back to the heart. And since blood circulation is essential in the nutrient distribution in the body, blood circulation must remain unhindered. Blood clots can disrupt blood circulation, which can be painful and uncomfortable. However, if these clots form deep in the body tissues, it is referred to as; deep vein thrombosis (DVT). However, diagnosing such an ailment is difficult, and you may need the assistance of a vascular physician. 

Vascular doctors or surgeons treat conditions affecting the vascular system, artery network, and all veins. The scope of our work includes diagnosis, treatment, and the control of these conditions. We also offer professional advice to help our patients manage vascular problems, including diet, exercise, medication, and other lifestyle adjustments. Are you thinking about visiting a vascular physician? Here are some of the reasons why you should make that appointment sooner rather than later.

As a woman, if you are experiencing chronic pelvic pain, there is a possibility that you might be dealing with pelvic congestion syndrome, also referred to as PCS. Pelvic congestion syndrome is a health condition that brings pain or heaviness in the pelvic region and abdomen.

Rick Kennedy is the CEO of The Center for Vascular Medicine based here Greenbelt, Maryland and a practicing PA.

Rick Kennedy transcribed presentation explaining the Chronic Pelvic Pain Diagnosis & Treatment