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by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [May 5th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/may-thurner-syndrome-causes-symptoms-and-treatment) May-Thurner Syndrome is a condition that impacts blood flow and occurs when the right iliac artery compresses the left iliac artery. According to medical research, it affects 14-32% of the general population. Despite the high prevalence, it can remain clinically silent in most patients and is quite challenging to\[…\] [![Women get more varicose and spider veins than men](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Women-and-Veins_iStock-1419385024.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varicose-and-spider-veins-why-they-affect-women-more-than-men) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varicose-and-spider-veins-why-they-affect-women-more-than-men) ## [Varicose and Spider Veins: Why they Affect Women More than Men](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varicose-and-spider-veins-why-they-affect-women-more-than-men) - by [Dr. Cindy Sturt, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-cindy-sturt) - [March 30th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varicose-and-spider-veins-why-they-affect-women-more-than-men) According to the American College of Phlebology, about 55% of women will develop varicose and spider veins. Compared with men, women are twice as likely to get varicose veins. [![Diabetes and Vascular Diseases](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Diabetes_iStock-629078466.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) ## [Diabetes and Vascular Disease: Do You Know the Connection?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) - by [Dr. Scott Sundick, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/scott-sundick-md-facs) - [March 30th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by high levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or properly use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. Unfortunately, diabetes is often linked to vascular diseases,\[…\] [![Find a vein specialist](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Find_a_vein_specialt_iStock-1188760423.png)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/6-tips-on-finding-the-right-vein-specialist) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/6-tips-on-finding-the-right-vein-specialist) ## [6 Tips on Finding the Right Vein Specialist](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/6-tips-on-finding-the-right-vein-specialist) - by [Dr. Michael Ombrellino, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/michael-ombrellino-md-facs) - [March 10th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/6-tips-on-finding-the-right-vein-specialist) It is estimated that around 30 million Americans have some form of venous disease. When it comes to seeking treatment, be sure to find the best vein doctor for you. However, with the many options available, finding the right vein specialist you trust with your vascular issues can be tricky. Still, this is essential in\[…\] [![Nutrition and its affect on vascular diseases](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Nutrition_Vascular-Disease.png)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) ## [Nutritional Tips for Good Vascular Health](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) - by [Dr. Neil Poulsen, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-neil-poulsen) - [March 10th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) A healthy vascular system is essential for good health. The vascular system carries nutrients, oxygen, hormones, and immune cells to every corner of your body. It also functions to collect and transport waste products to the lungs, kidneys, and liver for removal from the body. Any breakdown in this system and the\[…\] [![Venograms](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Venogram_iStock-1042447002.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-a-venogram-and-why-do-i-need-one) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-a-venogram-and-why-do-i-need-one) ## [What is a Venogram and Why Do I Need One?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-a-venogram-and-why-do-i-need-one) - by [Dr. Salvador A. Cuadra, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr.-salvador-a.-cuadra-md-facs) - [February 24th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-a-venogram-and-why-do-i-need-one) A venogram may be ordered if we suspect you have vascular diseases, including deep vein thrombosis, Iliac vein compression, or a blood clot. 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