{"id":30171,"date":"2026-10-02T14:09:01","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T21:09:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/blog\/\/"},"modified":"2026-10-02T14:09:01","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T21:09:01","slug":"insuficiencia-arterial-versus-insuficiencia-venosa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/","title":{"rendered":"Insuficiencia arterial frente a insuficiencia venosa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two of the most common ailments are peripheral arterial disease and chronic venous insufficiency. Millions of people worldwide live with these diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both diseases involve the blood vessels. But: do you know the key differences between PAD and CVI?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This post discusses signs, symptoms, and treatment options for both PAD and CVI. This is a great place to start educating yourself on these vein issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you suspect you have arterial or venous insufficiency, talk to your healthcare provider. You\u2019ll want to take control of your health before either PAD or CVI worsens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#What_is_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\" >What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#How_Does_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Occur\" >How Does Peripheral Arterial Disease Occur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\" >Signs and Symptoms of Peripheral Arterial Disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Diagnosis\" >Peripheral Arterial Disease Diagnosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Treatments_for_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\" >Treatments for Peripheral Arterial Disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Complications\" >Peripheral Arterial Disease Complications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#What_is_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_CVI\" >What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#How_Does_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Occur\" >How Does Chronic Venous Insufficiency Occur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency\" >Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Venous Insufficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Diagnosis\" >Chronic Venous Insufficiency Diagnosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Treatment_for_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency\" >Treatment for Chronic Venous Insufficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Complications\" >Chronic Venous Insufficiency Complications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#The_Differences_Between_PAD_and_CVI\" >The Differences Between PAD and CVI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/es\/blog\/arterial-vs-venous-insufficiency\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\"><\/span><b>What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30135\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"685\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/80.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, have poor circulation in their lower legs. Plaque restricts blood flow, causing pain in the calf or thigh. This pain can make walking difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peripheral arterial disease is most commonly caused by fatty material in the arteries. Less common causes include injuries, radiation, or blood vessel inflammation(2).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PAD affects more than 200 million adults worldwide(1). Some risk factors for PAD include(3):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethnicity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypertension<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family history of PAD, heart disease, or stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood levels of homocysteine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High cholesterol levels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Occur\"><\/span><b>How Does Peripheral Arterial Disease Occur?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peripheral arterial disease occurs when plaque slowly builds up inside the arteries and sticks to the walls(4).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the early stages, arteries continue to function. Arteries stretch to maintain the flow. However, as this plaque increases, the arteries cease to stretch. At this point, the plaque restricts blood flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can cause ischemia \u2013 a reduction or restriction of blood flow \u2013 in the lower leg. You might also experience an embolus, such as a blood clot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the artery is fully obstructed, blood flow can shift to smaller arteries. However, flow is limited due to their size.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\"><\/span><b>Signs and Symptoms of Peripheral Arterial Disease<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30136\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"685\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/81.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have PAD, you might experience pain in the lower legs that worsens while walking. Your legs may also feel crampy, heavy, or tired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with mild to moderate PAD may have little to no symptoms. This depends on where in the leg the PAD has occurred (if in a major artery or a minor one) or how active the patient is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with severe peripheral arterial disease may experience pain even while resting. These patients are often bed-bound. They may complain of burning pain, especially on the soles of the feet, and most often at night. This can lead to fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with severe pain usually relieve their symptoms by dangling their legs. This can cause edema, however.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other side effects include paleness, a decrease in muscle, hair loss, cool skin, or palpitations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Diagnosis\"><\/span><b>Peripheral Arterial Disease Diagnosis<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To diagnose PAD, your doctor will perform a physical exam. They will take your blood pressure above your ankle and on both arms. (This is an ankle-brachial index, or ABI.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may order labs to check renal function and electrolyte levels. They may also perform Doppler exams to locate the site of the issue and its severity. They may order CT or MRA scans. An electrocardiogram (ECG\/EKG) may be ordered to check for heart problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatments_for_Peripheral_Arterial_Disease\"><\/span><b>Treatments for Peripheral Arterial Disease<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with PAD should focus on lifestyle and mobility improvement. Doctors recommend a diet low in cholesterol and to avoid smoking. It is also important to manage certain conditions simultaneously, like diabetes or hypertension. This can help improve PAD symptoms(5).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor may also prescribe medications like cilostazol to improve circulation. Pentoxifylline may also be prescribed to increase oxygen delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consult with a medical professional before taking these medications. Certain comorbidities may contraindicate the intake of these medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peripheral_Arterial_Disease_Complications\"><\/span><b>Peripheral Arterial Disease Complications<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients who do not make lifestyle changes are at risk of severe PAD. Peripheral arterial disease can progress to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infections in the lower leg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ischemia or gangrene<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood clots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart attack<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Erectile dysfunction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amputation\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic venous insufficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And speaking of&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_CVI\"><\/span><b>What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic venous insufficiency is a disease that causes edema in the lower legs, skin changes, and discomfort. Many patients also have venous ulcers, which can be painful, and become infected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic venous insufficiency affects 30 million people in the United States(6).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CVI can either be primary or secondary to deep vein thrombosis:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Primary chronic venous insufficiency <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">means that the symptoms occur without a prior disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Secondary chronic venous insufficiency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> occurs as a result of deep vein thrombosis. DVT triggers an inflammatory response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30137\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"689\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/82.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modifiable risk factors of CVI include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypertension<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormonal birth control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolonged standing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vein injury<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep vein thrombosis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-modifiable risk factors of CVI include being female or the May-Thurner syndrome.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Occur\"><\/span><b>How Does Chronic Venous Insufficiency Occur?<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30144\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/89.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic venous insufficiency occurs due to reflux or obstruction of venous blood flow. This backward flow stems from a weakened, expanded, or oddly shaped valve. In almost all cases, CVI leads to venous hypertension.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some patients, this valve issue is genetic. For others, it may be due to thrombosis, trauma, prolonged standing, or hormonal changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients may experience pain, swelling, and even hyperpigmentation. They may also experience lipodermatosclerosis: when the skin thickens due to fat fibrosis. And, as the skin continues to weaken, ulcers may form.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency\"><\/span><b>Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Venous Insufficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with CVI may experience lower leg swelling, discomfort, pain, fatigue, and itching. Some may complain of cramping or throbbing feeling relieved by resting or elevating their legs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike peripheral arterial disease, this pain is not associated with any activity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the disease worsens, varicose veins may develop in the legs. Patients may also experience lesions, ulcers, hyperpigmentation, and dermal atrophy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Diagnosis\"><\/span><b>Chronic Venous Insufficiency Diagnosis<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To diagnose CVI, your doctor will review your medical history. It is important to share other conditions you may have. Take note of diseases that you have, especially diabetes and hypertension.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will also perform a physical exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may order a duplex ultrasonography to help identify affected regions. Invasive venography may be done in stenosis patients(7). The doctor may take an ankle-brachial index. This is to rule out other causes like peripheral arterial disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may also order a blood test if the cause of the disease is unknown.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_for_Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency\"><\/span><b>Treatment for Chronic Venous Insufficiency<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30147\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-300x94.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"689\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-300x94.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-1024x320.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-768x240.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-1536x480.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92-18x6.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/92.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with chronic venous insufficiency are treated based on disease severity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatments for CVI aim to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce leg discomfort or pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stabilize or improve leg appearance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat painful varicose veins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heal ulcers and avoid infection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In early stages, patients may regularly elevate their legs, do calf exercises, and wear compression stockings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ulcers are treated with antibiotics and compression bandages. Compression bandages should be used with caution if PAD coexists. If ulcers do not heal, your doctor may recommend surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with superficial vein reflux may try endovenous laser treatment, vein stripping, or foam sclerotherapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endovenous laser treatment, sclerotherapy, and endoscopic perforator surgery are recommended to treat perforator reflux.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compression therapy is highly effective for managing CVI if a patient keeps at it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chronic_Venous_Insufficiency_Complications\"><\/span><b>Chronic Venous Insufficiency Complications<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CVI complications include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venous ulcers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thrombophlebitis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood Clots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondary lymphedema<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep vein thrombosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulmonary embolism<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are emergency cases. These should be treated as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Differences_Between_PAD_and_CVI\"><\/span><b>The Differences Between PAD and CVI<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peripheral arterial disease and chronic venous insufficiency may seem similar. However, there are key differences between these two diseases. We\u2019ve summed up these differences in the chart below:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-30140\" src=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"671\" height=\"378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/illinoisveinspecialists.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/85.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any of the symptoms described in this post, don\u2019t wait to get help. Whether it\u2019s PAD, CVI, or a different vein disease, getting a proper diagnosis is the first step toward a healthier you and improving your quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illinois Vein Specialists is here to provide solutions for CVI and other vein diseases. Our team members are professional and patient-focused. We provide top-of-the-line care using the latest medical technology to provide treatment like endovenous laser treatment and sclerotherapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t wait one day longer to get your vein health under control. <\/span><b>Book your consultation today!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">References<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zemaitis MR, Boll JM, Dreyer MA. Peripheral Arterial Disease. [Updated 2020 Jul 10]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020 Jan-. Available from: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430745\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430745\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simon F, Oberhuber A, Floros N, D\u00fcppers P, Schelzig H, Duran M. Pathophysiology of chronic limb ischemia. Gefasschirurgie. 2018;23(Suppl 1):13-18.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jelani QU, Petrov M, Martinez SC, Holmvang L, Al-Shaibi K, Alasnag M. Peripheral Arterial Disease in Women: an Overview of Risk Factor Profile, Clinical Features, and Outcomes. Curr Atheroscler Rep. 2018 Jun 02;20(8):40<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kim HO, Kim W. Elucidation of the Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease. Korean Circ J. 2018 Sep;48(9):826-827.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">US Preventive Services Task Force. Curry SJ, Krist AH, Owens DK, Barry MJ, Caughey AB, Davidson KW, Doubeni CA, Epling JW, Kemper AR, Kubik M, Landefeld CS, Mangione CM, Silverstein M, Simon MA, Tseng CW, Wong JB. Screening for Peripheral Artery Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment With the Ankle-Brachial Index: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement. JAMA. 2018 Jul 10;320(2):177-183.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patel SK, Surowiec SM. Venous Insufficiency. [Updated 2020 Aug 15]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020 Jan-. Available from: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430975\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430975\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knupfer J, Reich-Schupke S, St\u00fccker M. [Conservative management of varicosis and postthrombotic syndrome]. Hautarzt. 2018 May;69(5):413-424<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two of the most common ailments are peripheral arterial disease and chronic venous insufficiency. Millions of people worldwide live with these diseases. Both diseases involve the blood vessels. But: do you know the key differences between PAD and CVI? This post discusses signs, symptoms, and treatment options for both PAD and CVI. 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