Newsday
February 2017

Varicose vein risk in pregnancy
Dr. Navarro shares his expertise on why pregnant women are more prone to these pesky veins, explaining that an increase in hormone levels, a greater volume of blood circulating throughout the body, and a larger uterus all affect blood flow and increase the risk of varicose veins. The piece also mentions what women can do to prevent varicose veins, and that injection treatments are available.