You could have vein disease and not even know it.
Many mistake the symptoms of vein disease for everyday aches, swelling, or fatigue – but you don’t have to live with the discomfort. A simple, painless ultrasound can detect vein disease, and effective treatments are available, from lifestyle changes to minimally invasive procedures.
Hear from real patients who discovered that what they thought were everyday symptoms were actually signs of vein disease – and how treatment changed their lives.
Anissa’s Story
At just 39 years old, Anissa McKay of Houma, Louisiana, faced an ulcer that wouldn’t heal, bone-deep leg pain, and heaviness that made everyday life difficult. With a family history of vein disease and circulatory issues – her father even losing his leg to the same condition – she feared the worst. Then she met Dr. Pradeep Nair, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Houma, Gray, and Zachary, Louisiana. Through minimally invasive procedures that treated the root cause and restored proper circulation, Dr. Nair not only saved her leg but gave Anissa her life back. Today, she is pain-free and thriving.
Robert’s Story
Robert Knighten of Clinton, Louisiana, thought he just had a sore that wouldn’t heal after surgery – but it turned out to be chronic venous insufficiency. His story shows how leg pain, swelling, discoloration, heaviness, and non-healing wounds can signal venous insufficiency. Hear from Dr. Charles Thompson, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Zachary, Louisiana, on how vein treatments gave Robert his life back.
Thomas’ Story
Blue, bulging varicose veins, discolored thighs, and feet swollen “like balloons” once forced 75-year-old Thomas Mayhall of Jackson, Louisiana, to give up a career he loved. He had leaky valves in both legs, which allowed blood to pool and created hard, ropey veins that made getting around feel impossible. After four short procedures with Dr. Abdullah Munir, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Zachary, Louisiana, Thomas’ veins were cosmetically fixed, and his discomfort was gone immediately.
Deeonka’s Story
At just 30 years old, Deeonka Pierson of New Orleans, Louisiana, began experiencing numbness in her toes that soon turned into constant, excruciating discomfort in her legs. With no family history of circulatory problems, she was confused and unsure why it was happening – and soon, she could barely walk for five minutes. Then she met Dr. Satish Gadi, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Prairieville and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, who identified the cause: chronic venous insufficiency. Through a series of minimally invasive vein procedures, Dr. Gadi restored healthy circulation and helped Deeonka live pain-free again. Today, she can walk long distances without pain and is back to enjoying life again.
Alfred’s Story
For more than a decade, painful swelling and bulging veins made it hard for Alfred Sylvester III of Houma, Louisiana, to even walk. What he didn’t know was that the real problem was vein disease. After minimally invasive procedures with Dr. Matthew Finn, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Raceland and Houma, Louisiana, Alfred says it feels like he has “two brand new legs.” His pain is gone, and he’s back to living life with strength and confidence.
Amanda’s Story
Constant swelling and aching legs left Amanda Maize of Houma, Louisiana, struggling to get through her days. What she didn’t realize was the real problem – her veins. After meeting with Dr. Satish Gadi, interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Prairieville and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Amanda was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. Through a series of minimally invasive vein procedures, Dr. Gadi restored healthy blood flow and helped Amanda find lasting relief.