Running from the top of the foot (dorsum) and up the inner sides of the leg, the great saphenous vein is the body’s longest vein. The vein’s primary task is to drain deoxygenated blood from the foot, ...

The portal vein, or hepatic portal vein, is the main blood vessel of the portal venous system (PVS), which delivers blood to the liver from the stomach, intestines, spleen, gallbladder, and pancreas.

Varicose veins frequently occur, especially in individuals who spend substantial time either sitting or standing. Compression socks, a particular type of hosiery, can assist in relieving symptoms ...

From Bhadrasana to Viparita Karani, here are a few yoga asanas that can help in managing the symptoms of varicose veins – suggested by Anshuka Parwani. Varicose veins, also referred to as ...

FILE - This image provided by the Idaho Department of Correction shows Thomas Eugene Creech, Jan. 9, 2009. (Idaho Department of Correction via AP, File) BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho will begin using ...

A specialist in vein health is sounding the alarm for runners to keep an eye out for leg pain, indicating that it could be a warning sign of a serious vascular concern. While pounding the ...

The azygos vein arises as a continuation of the right ascending lumbar vein at the level of the first lumbar intervertebral space. It pierces the diaphragm to the right of the aorta and continues ...

Here's when to worry about varicose veins, plus why they appear and how to treat them. When it comes to caring for the health of our legs, a common concern is varicose veins. Often blue and bulging, ...