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Stress and veins: How chronic stress affects our blood vessels
Stress is an unavoidable reality of modern life. Whether it is due to professional challenges, financial worries or family obligations, the strain on our nervous system and body is constantly increasing. Although short-term stress is a natural response to dangerous situations, chronic stress can have
Pilonidal sinus – causes, symptoms and the need for surgery
A pilonidal sinus, also known as a coccyx fistula, is a common but often underestimated condition that occurs in the coccyx region. It mainly affects young adults, particularly men, and can cause significant discomfort such as pain, swelling or persistent pus discharge. Many patients wonder
Healthy veins despite prolonged sitting and standing – how to protect yourself from varicose veins and other complaints
Sitting or standing for long periods is unavoidable for many people. Whether in the office, in sales, in catering or on long journeys: the legs are often almost motionless for hours on end. These static postures put considerable strain on the veins, can cause discomfort
How do I prepare for a proctologic examination?
A proctological examination is an important step in the diagnosis and treatment of complaints in the anal and rectal area. However, the prospect of this is associated with uncertainty and anxiety for many people. With the right preparation, you can not only alleviate your own
Do I have hemorrhoids? Recognize symptoms & causes
Haemorrhoids are one of the most common complaints in the anal area, but many sufferers know little about the causes, symptoms and modern treatment options. This is not only a medical issue, but also a social issue that is affecting more and more people. Early
How do I recognize a venous circulatory disorder?
Venous circulatory disorders affect the ability of the veins to transport blood efficiently from the legs to the heart. This can be caused by defective venous valves, blood clots or chronic diseases such as Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) develop. Symptoms such as swelling, varicose veins,
Leg swelling: Causes, connection to varicosis and CVI
Leg swelling is one of the most common complaints that occur in the summer months. The heat increases the tendency to swollen legs, especially in people with venous disorders such as varicose veins (varicosis) or chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). In addition to the visible swelling,
Are varicose veins just a cosmetic problem?
Why varicose veins can pose serious health risks? Varicose veins (medical term: varicosis) are one of the most common vascular diseases worldwide. According to studies, around 25-30 % of adults people in industrialized countries suffer from varicose veins, with women being affected more frequently than
Can varicose veins come back?
Why are recurrences possible and how can they be prevented? Varicose veins (varicosis) are one of the most common venous diseases worldwide and affect millions of people. Thanks to modern treatment methods such as VenaSeal (vein glue), radiofrequency ablation (RFA) or endovenous laser ablation (EVLA),