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GlossaryChronic Venous Insufficiency

veins in legs struggle to return blood to heart

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a medical condition where the veins in the legs are unable to efficiently return blood to the heart, often due to damaged or weakened valves. This can lead to symptoms such as swelling, pain, varicose veins, and skin changes, and if left untreated, it may result in ulcers or more severe complications.

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The Prevalence of Itch and Pain and Its Characteristics in Patients with Mild to Moderate Venous Insufficiency and Its Relationship to the Degree of Venous Insufficiency

research The Prevalence of Itch and Pain and Its Characteristics in Patients with Mild to Moderate Venous Insufficiency and Its Relationship to the Degree of Venous Insufficiency

March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often accompanied by burning and pain.

Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications

research Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications

19 citations, August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.

research Prevalence of Itch and Pain in Patients with Mild to Moderate Chronic Venous Insufficiency at Parkland Memorial Hospital (2005)

March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often worsening with standing or sitting and occurring mostly in the evening or at night.

research A New Application in Dermatological Ultrasound

4 citations, November 2019 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific and Technical Research”

The document concludes that the acoustic coupler SF-001 is good for skin ultrasound, especially on rough body parts, because it's stable and shows blood vessels well.

research Flavonoids and Saponins: What Have We Got or Missed?

9 citations, December 2022 in “Phytomedicine”

More high-quality research is needed to recommend flavonoids and saponins for clinical use.

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