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Check Out These Myths About Varicose Veins.

Factors that are associated with venous insufficiency include: -Heredity- If a parents has it, you have almost 50% chance of getting it. If both parents have it, you have more than 90% chance of having vein problems. -Gender- Women are much more likely to...

Happy Memorial Day Everyone!

Today is about honoring those who gave their lives for our country, thank you to all of those men and women.

Should We Make #TransformationThursday A Thing? We Think So!

Spider veins are small veins in the skin that have enlarged and are visible. They are actually small varicose veins, they are called spider veins because they may appear in a web like pattern or start a central point and radiate out like the legs of a spider. They are...

Covid-19 Update and Telehealth Reminder

Vein Specialists of the Carolinas has resumed all medically necessary procedures and in office visits. We will resume seeing cosmetic sclerotherapy patients on June 1st. For new or existing patients who prefer to see a provider from home we are continuing to offer...

National Women’s Health Week

It is National Women's Health Week and Vein Disorders affect 50% of women by the age 50. Women who have been pregnant are more likely to have vein problems. If you have pain, cramping, burning, itching, stinging in your legs it could be your veins. If left untreated...

Happy Birthday Kat!

On Friday we celebrated our amazing Kat's birthday! Kat is a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. She is well recognized for vascular ultrasound expertise and specializes in venous insufficiency. In her free time she loves being a mom ❤️ We love you Kat, thank...

Happy May Everyone!

Vein Specialists of the Carolinas has resumed all medically necessary procedures and in office visits May 1st. We will resume seeing cosmetic sclerotherapy patients on June 1st. For new or existing patients who prefer to see a provider from home we are continuing to...

Happy National Nurses Week!

We are so thankful to have Terry and Chris on our team as our Sclerotherapy Nurses. They are dedicated to making sure our patients love the way their legs look and feel. We would like to take today to highlight all of their hard work and their commitment to their...

Happy Cinco De Mayo and #TestimonialTuesday!

Check out this incredible testimonial from one of our patients: "This Surgery was quick, painless, and worked miracles. It eliminated pain that was preventing me from sleeping. Dr. Draughn was considerate and delivers what was promised. I literally was able to...

Congratulations to Ben for getting accepted in to University of South Carolina, Columbia Medical School!

The entire Vein Specialists of the Carolinas team is so proud and excited for you! We can’t wait to see all of the incredible things you do as a physician. Go Gamegocks and Roll Tide! "All We Do Is Veins, All Day Every Day."

Today is #WellnessWednesday!

If its not even the end of the day and you can't wait to sit down and put your feet up it could be your veins. Walking, biking, and running are 3 great exercises that you can do right in your home or neighborhood. If left untreated vein problems only get worse over...

What is Phlebitis?

Phlebitis is a blood clot that forms in a superficial vein or varicose vein. Phlebitis usually appears as red painful knots under the skin. (See picture) Sudden sedentary activity causes Phlebitis. During this difficult time it is important to stay active. If...