{"id":16783,"date":"2025-05-21T14:23:25","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T18:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manhattancardiology.com\/?p=16783"},"modified":"2026-07-27T00:51:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T04:51:00","slug":"the-difference-between-varicose-veins-and-spider-veins-and-how-you-can-actually-prevent-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manhattancardiology.com\/es\/news\/the-difference-between-varicose-veins-and-spider-veins-and-how-you-can-actually-prevent-them\/","title":{"rendered":"The difference between varicose veins and spider veins \u2014 and how you can actually prevent them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Although both spider veins and varicose veins are unsightly and bothersome, there are important distinctions between the two that can put your health in jeopardy. Spider veins are tiny, superficial veins that are usually more of an aesthetic than a medical concern, as they do not hurt. Swollen, painful, itchy, tired, or heavy legs are symptoms of varicose veins, which are bigger than normal veins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Randy Gould,<\/a> a cardiologist from Manhattan Cardiology, told The NY Post the difference between varicose veins and spider veins and the options for treatment. Dr. Gould explained that blood moves toward the heart through valves in our veins. But if those valves become weakened or damaged, blood can collect in the veins, causing increased pressure and varicose veins. For more, read the article.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Would you like to make an appointment with Dr. Randy Gould?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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