Understanding Vein Disease

Vein disease takes several forms. Learn more about a specific disease below.

Vein showing normal blood flow and a vein showing refluxing blood flow

Understanding Vein Disease

To better understand vein disease (Venous Insufficiency), you should know the purpose and function of the veins in your body. Healthy veins pump blood back to the heart using one-way valves, which stop blood from moving in the opposite direction. Sometimes these valves weaken, allowing blood to flow backward and pool inside the veins. This backward flow, or reflux, causes a high pressure build-up leading to Venous Insufficiency.

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