The Oregon Clinic
Dottie, a 79 year-old wife and mother, had grown accustomed to feeling fatigued all the time. Tired was her normal. In late 1999, while traveling with family, her sister mentioned that she noticed Dottie had stopped breathing dozens of times during her sleep. “I knew that wasn’t normal,” Dottie said. “Could this be why I’m so tired?”
The summer sunshine in Oregon can make outdoor activities like bicycling or gardening more enjoyable for many. But for some, pain in the hands or wrists makes hands-on activities too painful to enjoy.
Varicose veins are a unique vascular condition that, if left untreated, can also have serious health consequences, such as permanent skin damage and weeping sores around the foot and ankle. Fortunately, minimally invasive techniques have improved vein treatment options dramatically in recent years.