Patient articles on vascular disease
Simple information about varicose veins, diabetic foot, blood clots and arteries, so you know when to see a doctor.
Swollen feet and legs: when is it a vein or artery problem?
Leg swelling is common and has many causes; some are minor and some need prompt assessment. Learn the vascular causes, warning signs and when to see a vascular surgeon.
Read articleVaricose veinsAre varicose veins dangerous? When they are cosmetic and when they need treatment
Most varicose veins are not dangerous, but some progress to skin changes, ulcers, bleeding and superficial clots. A clear answer on the risks and when to treat.
Read articleLeg painLeg pain at night: vascular causes and when it is a warning sign
Night-time leg pain may be simple cramps, venous insufficiency, or severe arterial disease. Learn the difference and when you need urgent assessment.
Read articleCirculationCold feet and poor circulation: when should you worry?
Cold feet are common and often harmless, but they can be a sign of narrowed arteries. Learn the signs that separate ordinary cold feet from poor circulation.
Read articleSpider veinsSpider veins on the legs: causes and treatment options
Spider veins are fine red and blue lines on the legs. Are they varicose veins? When do you need a Doppler? And how do sclerotherapy and surface laser compare?
Read articleAngioplastyLeg artery angioplasty and stenting: the procedure step by step
What is peripheral angioplasty for the leg arteries? How is it done, how long does it take, and what should you expect before and after? A simple guide for patients and families.
Read articleVaricose veinsLaser or radiofrequency for varicose veins? A clear comparison
Endovenous laser vs radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins: how they work, results, recovery, and who suits each.
Read articleSclerotherapyFoam sclerotherapy for varicose veins: a complete guide before your session
How does sclerotherapy work for varicose and spider veins? Who is it for, how many sessions, and what are the aftercare instructions?
Read articleDopplerVascular Doppler ultrasound: what it shows and how to prepare
Colour Doppler is the key test for arterial and venous disease. Learn its types, what it detects, how to prepare, and how to read the main points of the report.
Read articleDialysisDialysis fistula care: how to keep your AV fistula working for years
The arteriovenous fistula is a dialysis patient's lifeline. Practical care tips, warning signs, and when to see a vascular surgeon.
Read articleChoosing a doctorVascular surgeon or cardiologist? When to see each
Many people don't know when to see a vascular surgeon and when to see a cardiologist. A clear guide to the conditions and symptoms each specialty treats.
Read articleVaricose veinsTraditional varicose vein surgery or laser and radiofrequency?
Comparing traditional varicose vein surgery (ligation and stripping) with modern minimally invasive treatments: incisions, anaesthesia, recovery, results, and when surgery still makes sense.
Read articleVaricose veinsVaricose vein treatment in Egypt: the options and how to choose the right doctor
A practical guide to varicose vein treatment in Egypt: available techniques, questions to ask before treatment, and how to compare options without falling for offers.
Read articleOnline consultationOnline consultation with a vascular surgeon: what to send and what to expect
How to get the most from an online vascular consultation: which scans and reports to send, what can be assessed remotely, and when you need an in-person visit.
Read articleAortaEndovascular stent-graft (EVAR) or open surgery for aortic aneurysm?
A simple comparison of endovascular stent-graft repair and open surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysm: how they work, recovery, follow-up, and who suits each.
Read articleArtery healthSmoking and your arteries: how smoking damages leg circulation
Smoking is the strongest risk factor for leg artery disease and its complications. Learn its effects, why quitting is a core part of treatment, and what happens when you stop.
Read articlePregnancyVaricose veins in pregnancy: why they appear and whether they go away
Varicose veins are a common pregnancy complaint. Learn the causes, how to ease symptoms safely, whether they disappear after birth, and when to see a doctor.
Read articleExerciseExercises to improve leg circulation: for veins and arteries
Simple, proven exercises that improve leg circulation whether you have varicose veins or narrowed arteries, plus a walking programme for people with claudication.
Read articleCompressionMedical compression stockings: types, who needs them, and how to choose
A practical guide to medical compression stockings: pressure classes, length, how to put them on, and who should not use them without advice.
Read articleLeg ulcersVenous leg ulcers: why they don't heal and how to treat the root cause
A venous ulcer is a chronic wound near the ankle caused by venous insufficiency. Learn why healing is delayed, how it differs from an arterial ulcer, and how treating the cause prevents recurrence.
Read articleVaricose veinsVaricose veins: when do they need treatment, and what are the modern non-surgical options?
What causes varicose veins, when they are only cosmetic and when they need treatment, and how laser, radiofrequency and sclerotherapy work today.
Read articleDiabetic footDiabetic foot: warning signs you should never ignore
Why people with diabetes develop foot problems, which signs need urgent assessment, and how angioplasty helps save the limb.
Read articleBlood clotsLeg clots (deep vein thrombosis): symptoms and prevention
What deep vein thrombosis is, who is most at risk, why it needs prompt treatment, and prevention tips for long journeys.
Read articleArteriesLeg pain when walking: is it peripheral artery disease?
Intermittent claudication is a common sign of narrowed leg arteries. Learn the causes, diagnosis and treatment options, from medication to balloon and stents.
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