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By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on Oct. 20, 2024 With the colder months upon us, it’s more important than ever to keep our immune systems in top shape. Winter often brings an increase in cold, flu, and other respiratory illnesses, but there are steps you can take to help your immune […]

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on September 15, 2024. High Cholesterol is one of the silent factors impacting Americans today. Research has shown that about 71 millions Americans suffer from high cholesterol. What is Thrombosis? First we have to ask ourselves, What is thrombosis? Luckily, here we are to explain. Thrombosis

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on August 24, 2024. We all know them, varicose veins- those that appear visible mostly on the legs and feet, identifiable by their snaky shape and their purple or blue color. Varicose veins can occur for various reasons, one of them being excess weight. Here’s a

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on July 21, 2024. It’s important at any age to have the right hormonal balance in your body. If not, this can cause complications far down the line. However, some of the signs of hormonal balance are easy to detect. Salcedo Medical Center & Vein Institute

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on June 23, 2024. Why is Vascular Health Important? As with any disease, early prevention is your first line of defense against developing more serious conditions as you age. Your vascular system is responsible for the capillaries, veins, and arteries that circulate blood throughout your body.

What is Thrombosis? By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on May 19, 2024. Thrombosis occurs when a blood clot blocks veins or arteries. It is a serious condition that can lead to severe health complications such as heart attacks, strokes, and pulmonary embolism There are two types of Thrombosis: Venous Thrombosis is a

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on April 2, 2024. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins in your body, typically in your legs. The good news is that when DVT is identified as soon as possible, it can be treated effectively and

By Salcedo Medical Center and Salcedo Vein Institute | Posted on March 6, 2024. 1. After Age 30, Women Lose 1% of Collagen Each Year As women age, the gradual loss of collagen in the skin becomes increasingly evident, marking a transformative journey in the texture and appearance of their complexion. Collagen, a crucial protein

By Salcedo Medical Center and Salcedo Vein Institute | Posted on Feb. 12, 2024. Sclerotherapy is primarily used for cosmetic purposes to improve the appearance of spider veins, which are small, thin veins that are close to the skin’s surface and often appear as red, blue, or purple clusters. It can also be used to

By Salcedo Medical Center and Vein Institute | Posted on January 18, 2024. Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins. While varicose veins can form anywhere on the body, they mostly appear on the legs. That’s because standing and walking upright increases the pressure in the veins of your lower body. For most people, varicose veins