Abella Heart Blog
How Do I Know I Have Vein Disease?
Response from Dr. Manuel Abella of Abella Heart in Miami That is a great question to ask, because there are a variety of issues that can occur with a person’s veins, and the symptoms can differ. And vein disease is very common! About one in three Americans over the...
How to Improve Blood Circulation In the Legs
Blood brings important nutrients to all parts of the body, so when circulation is inhibited, bad things happen. Here are some ways to improve circulation: Be active Regular exercise, and just taking the time each day to do something active, is important for...
Heart Disease in Women
Know your risk, and develop healthy habits It is estimated that about one woman dies every minute from heart disease. It’s the number one killer of women. Protecting your heart is a vital responsibility, but sometimes people aren’t exactly sure how, or aren’t aware of...
Venous Skin Ulcers
A common wound that demands quality care to prevent future problems Venous skin ulcers are shallow, open wounds that generally occur just above the ankles, that will not heal even after a few weeks. Caused be venous issues, ulcers are among the most common lower leg...
How Venous Insufficiency Affects The Skin
How Venous Insufficiency Affects The Skin Dr. Abella Image: Stasis Dermatitis Lipodermatosclerosis Stasis Dermatitis Other Names for Lipodermatosclerosis Lipodermatosclerosis is also referred to by other medical terms, including sclerosing panniculitis and...
Varicose Veins: Making Unattractive Appearances Everywhere
Varicose veins are mostly a leg issue, but can appear almost anywhere Unsightly and embarrassing bumps on the legs from varicose veins are an issue millions deal with. But these problematic veins can actually appear in many different places on the body. For example,...