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Vein care
Vascular specialists at Ascension Illinois deliver personalized care for venous disease, blood clots and other circulatory disorders.
Advanced vein care in Chicagoland
Vascular specialists at Ascension Illinois deliver personalized care for venous disease, blood clots and other circulatory disorders.
Why choose us
Vascular specialists at Ascension Illinois in greater Chicagoland have the expertise to care for vein conditions that cause you discomfort and affect the appearance of your legs. High-definition imaging and blood flow studies are used to diagnose vein conditions.
Vascular specialists use minimally invasive treatments to help improve the appearance of your legs, lessen pain and promote better blood flow. Your vascular specialist starts by listening to understand your concerns. Then, we work with you to create a personalized vein care plan. Vascular specialists provide advanced care for cosmetic and medical vein conditions, such as:
- Chronic venous insufficiency (venous reflux)
- Phlebitis (vein inflammation)
- Skin ulcer on the leg or ankle
- Spider veins
- Varicose veins
Symptoms of venous diseases
Common symptoms of venous disease include:
- Burning or tingling sensation
- Cramping or fatigue in the calves
- Discoloration below the knee, at the ankles or lower legs
- Heavy, hot or tired legs
- Itching, swelling or throbbing in the legs
- Swollen ankles
- Tender areas around the veins
- Veins with a dark, bulging appearance
How we diagnose vein conditions
If you are at high risk for venous disease or experiencing multiple symptoms, your doctor may recommend a vein screening.
At Ascension Illinois, we provide screenings by appointment. These screenings help your doctor better understand your vein health and deliver more personalized care. Call 847-640-5666 to schedule an appointment.
How we treat vein conditions
Treatment for vein conditions may include medication, therapy or surgery.
Your vascular specialist uses the latest technology and provides advanced treatment options for vein disorders, including:
This is a minimally invasive procedure that treats poor circulation of blood in the leg, a condition called venous reflux or insufficiency. If left untreated, varicose veins and other more serious vascular conditions may develop.
This is an injection treatment used to eliminate spider veins and reticular veins (blue or green veins appearing just below the skin’s surface). Sclerotherapy is a cosmetic vein procedure, and may not be a covered benefit through your insurance provider.
Get a second opinion from a vascular specialist
Decisions about your vein care are important. Getting a second opinion not only provides more information about your condition, but it can help you feel more confident in the doctor and the care plan you choose. Consider getting a second opinion if:
- Your diagnosis or prognosis is unclear
- You’ve been told you have a rare or life-threatening condition
- You would like to explore other treatment options
- Your treatment options are costly or risky
- You want to hear an opinion from another specialist
- Your insurance requires a second opinion
How to get care
To make an appointment, a referral should be made by your primary care doctor or another specialist. Once the referral is received and reviewed, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.
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