Dr Francois Steyn Blog: Vein & Artery Health Insights

Varicose Veins & Tattoos
Is a tattoo a good idea? While precise numbers are hard to come by, it is estimated that

The history of varicose veins
Varicose veins have been an issue for thousands of years During the pandemic, South Africans have had to

Varicose Veins – circulation
What is the circulatory system? Varicose veins are essentially a defect in your circulatory system, in the sense

Varicose Veins – treatment options
Our treatment philosophy is simple: we aim to provide safe, effective varicose vein solutions that make a positive

Consequences of ignoring varicose veins
Why you should never turn a blind eye Like many medical conditions, varicose veins can seem relatively benign

When treatment isn’t possible
Complicating factors can sometimes limit your options If you’re a regular reader of our blogs, you’ll know that

Myths About Varicose Veins
Myths About Varicose Veins The truth is out there Like all medical conditions, there is a lot of

When to seek treatment for your varicose veins
What to look out for Very small varicose veins on the surface of your skin tend to be

Varicose Veins, Alcohol & Smoking
Alcohol & Smoking Does alcohol cause varicose veins? During the pandemic, South Africans have had to adjust to

Varicose Veins – Home Remedies
How can I reduce the appearance and discomfort of varicose veins? Before you consider a surgical solution to

Exercise & Varicose Veins
You’ve got to move it, move it! If you want to avoid varicose veins, exercise is just as

Diet & Varicose Veins
Diet & Varicose Veins You are what you eat That’s certainly true in the case of varicose veins.

Men & Varicose Veins
Men & Varicose Veins Can men get varicose veins? Because varicose veins are associated by many people with

Varicose Veins & Sleep
Varicose Veins & Sleep Is varicose vein pain worse at night? Like any condition that results in pain

Elastic Compression Stockings
Elastic Compression Stockings What are elastic compression stockings? Elastic compression stockings are specially designed stockings designed to be

Varicose Veins & Spider Veins
Varicose veins and spider veins There are certain similarities between varicose veins and spider veins, such as the

Varicose Veins – Treatment Options
In this blog, we’ll take a look at the best varicose veins treatment options. While this condition is

Varicose Veins and Pregnancy
What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are caused by a weakness in the walls of your veins, or