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Varicose Veins

At Care Podiatry, we provide effective care for varicose veins. Varicose veins are the swollen and twisted veins that usually appear just beneath the skin. They commonly occur in the legs and feet because standing and walking can increase pressure in the veins of the lower body. These veins usually appear blue or dark purple and look like ropes under the skin. Most people consider them a cosmetic concern, but varicose veins can cause discomfort and can lead to complications if not treated.

Our team evaluates your vein health to understand the severity and underlying cause, then creates a personalized treatment plan. The goal is to improve circulation, relieve discomfort, and help you maintain healthy, comfortable legs.

Types of Varicose Veins

Trunk Varicose Veins

These are the large veins near the surface of the skin. The veins are mostly thick, twisted, and bulging.

Reticular Varicose Veins

These are blue or green veins that create a network pattern and usually appear behind the knees or around the ankles.

Spider Veins

These are also known as telangiectasia. The veins are usually painless but visible in red or purple color near the skin surface.

Stages of Varicose Veins

Stage

Details

No visible signs

Spider veins

Varicose veins

Leg swelling

Skin changes or pigmentation

Healed venous ulcers

Active venous ulcers

What Are The Symptoms of Varicose Veins

Blue or dark purple discoloration of veins
Aching or heavy feeling in the legs
Bulging, twisted veins under the skin
Muscle cramps, especially at night
Burning or throbbing sensation
Skin discoloration or dryness
Itching around the affected veins

What Are the Causes of Varicose Veins

These can occur when vein walls weaken or valves stop working properly. It allows blood to pool in the veins, which leads to swelling and twisting of the vessel. The factors that increase the pressure in the leg veins or cause damage to the vein valves can contribute to the condition.

What Are The Risk Factors

Age: Most people over 40 years are at risk
Women are more likely to develop varicose veins because of hormonal imbalance
During pregnancy, veins can get enlarged due to increased blood volume and pressure on pelvic veins
Genetics
Extra body weight can put pressure on veins
Long periods of standing or sitting

What Are The Prevention Tips

You need to exercise regularly
Maintain a healthy body weight
Avoid wearing tight clothing that controls circulation
Wear compression stockings if recommended
Change positions frequently if you are sitting or standing for long periods

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When to Seek Medical Care

Varicose veins are harmless. However, there are some symptoms that show a more serious problem and need immediate medical attention. You should get urgent medical care if you experience sudden swelling in the leg, severe or worse leg pain, or bleeding from the varicose vein that doesn’t stop.

Signs of infection, such as swelling, redness, or discharge near the affected vein, also need quick medical assessment to prevent further complications.