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Where can I find more information on spider veins ?
One of the best sites to find information on spider veins is the Mayo Clinc website. Their information is detailed and factual. Their website address is www.mayoclinic.com/health/varicose-veins/DS00256.
Is there a non-surgical way to remove varicose veins?
Varicose veins can only be removed through surgery. However, there are non-surgical options to treat varicose veins, decreasing discomfort and/or deterioration. These options include weight loss, elevating the legs, and wearing compression stockings. See http://www.doctorveins.com/varicose-veins/treatment-nonsurgical.shtml
Are varicose veins treatable?
Varicose veins can develop in the deep veins also. Varicose veins in the superficial veins are called primary varicosities, while varicose veins in the deep veins are called secondary varicosities.
How are varicose veins diagnosed?
The physician will examine the veins while the patient is first in a standing position and a second time while the patient is lying down. X rays or ultrasound tests can detect varicose veins in the deep and perforator veins
Where are varicose veins found on the body?
Varicose veins can occur anywhere in the body, but are more commonly found on the legs. By Joshua.Kodituwakku
Why are females at greater risk of varicose veins than males?
It is thought that female sex hormones contribute to the development of varicose veins by making the veins dilate more easily.
Who is most commonly affected by varicose veins?
Elderly people are more likely to get varicose veins. They are generally less active and the more people sit around not moving, the more likely they will get vein problems in the legs.
What is varicosecele?
Varicose veins are veins that are swollen and sometimes painful. They may also be twisted and can have more blood in them then normal.
What is varicosity veins?
Varicose veins are veins that are swollen and sometimes painful. They may also be twisted and can have more blood in them then normal.
Who do varicose veins mostly occur in?
Varicose veins most often occur in people who must sit or stand a lot. More women than men get varicose veins, and more women during or after child-bearing ages develop varicosities. They mostly occur in the lower legs, from the knee down to the ankle, but mostly around the knee and upper calf.
Benefits and Downsides of Varicose Veins StockingsThe damaged valves in varicose veins prevent the blood from circulating from the legs to the heart. This causes the symptoms to increase as the day passes.For information: Avis Hospitals?
As many as 54 crore Indians experience irritation, heaviness or pain in their legs every day due to varicose veins. The damaged valves in varicose veins prevent the blood from circulating from the legs to the heart. This causes the symptoms to increase as the day passes. But there is a simple solution: applying the appropriate amount of pressure at specific parts of the leg. Compression can prevent the blood from pooling and provide relief from the symptoms. For more information: avisvascularcentre
How does one's occupation affect the likelihood of varicose veins?
People who have jobs that require standing or sitting for long periods of time--without the opportunity to walk or move around--are more likely to develop varicose veins.
