The Benefits of Embolization Before HysterectomyNov 16, 2023Embolization is a procedure that eliminates fibroids while protecting and preserving your uterus. The same process also offers essential health benefits if a hysterectomy to remove your uterus is the best treatment for fibroids.
Tips for Talking With Your Daughter About Periods and Uterine FibroidsOct 30, 2023For many young girls, understanding what's happening with their bodies while going through puberty is very important to them. A planned outing or a special weekend getaway can be an ideal opportunity to discuss such personal changes.
Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose VeinsOct 30, 2023Radiofrequency ablation is a cutting-edge treatment option for painful, bulging or unsightly varicose veins.
What You Need to Know: Seeking Treatment for FibroidsOct 30, 2023What You Need to Know: Seeking Treatment for Fibroids
Uterine Fibroids: FAQs + Treatment InformationOct 30, 2023Uterine fibroids are muscular tumors that grow on the walls of the uterus. Most of the time, fibroids don’t cause symptoms. In some cases, however, they can grow large enough to cause pain, irregular periods and even fertility problems.
Understanding the Relationship Between Smoking and Male FertilityOct 30, 2023Understanding the Relationship Between Smoking and Male Fertility
5 Things You Should Look for When Seeking a SpecialistOct 30, 20235 Things You Should Look for When Seeking a Specialist
Improving Your Vascular HealthOct 30, 2023Vascular health encompasses the health of your vascular, or blood vessel, systems of your body.
Can What You Eat Cause Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)?Oct 30, 2023Can What You Eat Cause Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)?
Signs of Infertility in Men and WomenOct 30, 2023Infertility is diagnosed in cases where a couple isn't able to conceive a child after trying for 6-12 months. While diagnosing infertility depends largely on charting how long it takes to get pregnant without success, there are also other potential signs.
Chronic Pelvic Pain: Is It Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?Oct 30, 2023Many women suffer from abdominal and pelvic pain for years, with little knowledge about the source of the pain and few effective treatments.
Why Doesn't Menopause Cure Fibroids?Oct 30, 2023Many women who suffer from uterine fibroids expect them to disappear as menopause approaches. And while estrogen levels do decrease significantly during this time of life, a lot of women with fibroids continue to experience symptoms.
Treatment and FAQs for Testicular VaricocelesOct 30, 2023A testicular varicocele is an abnormally enlarged vein within the sac that holds the testicles (the scrotum). Complications of this condition can range from a mild aching sensation in the scrotum to testicular shrinkage and infertility.
Here's What You Should Know About Sclerotherapy.Oct 30, 2023If you suffer from varicose or spider veins, you have more options for treatment than you may think. Sclerotherapy has been utilized for decades to provide relief from the pain and appearance of bulging and discolored varicose veins.
Signs + Symptoms of Poor Vascular HealthOct 30, 2023If you’re showing signs of poor circulation, you shouldn’t ignore them. Poor circulation can cause a number of complications, including nerve and tissue damage, as well as slow-healing wounds. It may also be a sign of a poor vascular health.
FAQs + Info on Venous Leg UlcersOct 30, 2023Poor vascular health can lead to a number of problems, including leg ulcers. Venous leg ulcers can lead to severe infections and can even become life-threatening.
5 Questions Women Should Ask About Uterine FibroidsOct 30, 2023Uterine fibroids are common non-cancerous tumors that can grow in various parts of the uterus. These fibroids can cause a range of symptoms, including pelvic pain and abnormal menstrual periods.
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome: Common Questions and ConcernsOct 30, 2023Pelvic pain is one of the most common medical complaints among premenopausal females.
What's the Link Between Diabetes and Peripheral Artery Disease?Oct 30, 2023Diabetes is a systemic disease that can negatively affect multiple organs throughout the body. If it isn’t carefully controlled, it can cause long-term damage to the eyes, kidneys, nerves, arteries and other organs.
How Fibroids and Perimenopause Are Intricately LinkedOct 30, 2023Are you concerned with, or currently dealing with, the effects of fibroids on your health? Our dedicated staff at Georgia Vascular Institute prides itself on helping you stay informed about a wide range of issues related to women’s health.
Complications Caused by Testicular VaricocelesOct 30, 2023Varicoceles are veins that can swell up inside the scrotum. They're like varicose veins, which are commonly found in the legs. Symptoms of testicular varicoceles are not the same in all men, so we will explore in this article what this condition is.
How to Strengthen Your Vascular SystemOct 30, 2023Good health is vital for everyone, and having a good vascular system is a key component of good health. Your vascular or circulatory system plays a significant role in your body. Maintaining a strong vascular system helps you to reduce your chances of HA.
Taking Back Your Life with Fibroid Treatment at GVIOct 30, 2023Uterine fibroids often go undetected for months or even years. This is problematic for pregnant women whose babies could be born at lower birth weights, which can lead to a whole series of health conditions. Paying attention to your symptoms is important.
Varicoceles | Symptoms, Causes, & TreatmentOct 30, 2023If you are a young male, you may have noticed some changes that occur as you go through puberty. Most of the time, there are no issues. However, if you find one testicle is growing faster than the other one, there may be an issue.
Can Yoga Reduce the Symptoms of Osteoporosis?Oct 30, 2023One study discusses how yoga can reverse osteoporotic bone loss. The study argues that yoga can be another option for building bones.
How to Reverse Discoloration on Legs Caused by Vascular DiseasesOct 30, 2023As we age, our skin's elasticity and softness change. However, this should not be confused with vascular disease-induced changes to the skin. Besides being a cosmetic concern, any skin discoloration on your legs and ankles could signal of this disease.
Is Your Pelvic Pain Linked to a Vascular Disorder?Oct 30, 2023Pelvic pain refers to any pain in the area between your belly button and hips and is usually associated with women, although men can experience it as well. An estimated 14–32% of women experience chronic pelvic pain at some point in their life.
What You Need to Know About ChemoembolizationOct 30, 2023Chemoembolization is a minimally invasive medical procedure performed by an interventional radiologist to treat liver cancer. It is an ideal alternative option for liver cancer patients who have inoperable tumors.
What You Should Know About Kyphoplasty/Vertebroplasty RecoveryOct 30, 2023As people get older, their chances of developing certain diseases or disorders heighten. One such disease is osteoporosis—a bone disease characterized by low bone mass and reduced bone strength.
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Symptoms & CausesOct 30, 2023Did you know peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects approximately 8.5 million adults (~7% of the adult population)? The good news is that the diagnosis is painless and quick. You can prevent it by following a few lifestyle changes.
Is Your Job Putting You at Risk for Varicose Veins?Oct 30, 2023Is Your Job Putting You at Risk for Varicose Veins?
Varicose Veins: What Are the Signs and Symptoms?Oct 30, 2023Varicose veins are a common problem among adults, with more than half of those over the age of 40 showing symptoms. Although varicose veins may seem invisible, they can pose some real health concerns. This blog will help you to understand about it
6 Risk Factors You Can Control to Help Prevent Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)Oct 30, 2023Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), also known as peripheral arterial disease, is one of the most common circulatory problems. In patients with PAD, arteries narrow down and reduce the flow of blood to the limbs.
GVI On UFE Treatment and Awareness on "The Weekly Check-Up"Oct 30, 2023GVI On UFE Treatment and Awareness on "The Weekly Check-Up"
What You Need to Know about Uterine Fibroids after MenopauseOct 30, 2023Known to develop in the uterine walls or inside the uterus, uterine fibroids are growths or tumors that, according to the UCSF Medical Center, can affect as much as 50 percent of women.
What You Should Know About Male Infertility and Vascular HealthOct 30, 2023What You Should Know About Male Infertility and Vascular Health
Five Celebrities Who've Shared Their Struggle with Varicose VeinsOct 30, 2023Five Celebrities Who've Shared Their Struggle with Varicose Veins
Spider Vein Myths DebunkedOct 30, 2023While spider veins are common, they are often poorly understood. There are many myths surrounding them, and some of these myths can prevent someone from seeking treatment. Read below to debunk some of these popular myths!
Georgia Vascular Institute Offers Telemedicine Appointments to Uterine Fibroid PatientsOct 30, 2023Georgia Vascular Institute Offers Telemedicine Appointments to Uterine Fibroid Patients
Dr. Kevin Carson of GVI Appears on “The Weekly Check-Up”Oct 30, 2023Dr. Kevin L. Carson from Georgia Vascular Institute was recently featured on “The Weekly Check-Up with Dr. Bruce Feinberg” on WSB-AM 750 and 95.5 FM. Dr. Carson, a uterine fibroid expert, sat down with host Dr. Bruce Feinberg on the June 25th show.
What is Interventional Radiology?Oct 30, 2023The field of interventional radiology focuses on using minimally invasive radiological techniques and procedures to identify and treat many different types of diseases all over the body.
Telehealth: The Advantages of TelemedicineOct 26, 2023Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.