Vein Disorders
The leading risk factors for varicose veins are heredity, gender, pregnancy and age. Aggravating factors include prolonged standing, obesity, hormone levels and physical trauma. Exercise, good health and compression stockings can help prevent varicose veins.
Wearing compression stockings is often the first approach people try before moving on to more intensive treatment. Worn all day long, compression stockings steadily squeeze your legs, which helps your veins and leg muscles move blood toward the heart. The amount of compression varies by the type and brand of stockings worn.
Perforating Veins
Perforating veins connect superficial and deeper veins, playing a crucial role in blood circulation. Faulty valves may be present in these venous systems, which can lead to varicose veins, chronic ulcers and skin discoloration.
Spider Veins
These small, dilated blood vessels often appear as clusters, resembling a spider’s web. This condition may result from hormonal influences, heredity, trauma or venous reflux and could require sclerotherapy or laser treatments.
Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that often appear blue or purple. This condition has been attributed to heredity, age, pregnancy and obesity. Varicose veins can cause symptoms such as pain, swelling and leg fatigue. If untreated, they may progress to phlebitis or deep vein thrombosis.
Vein Treatment for Men
Men can experience vein disease symptoms too, including tired or heavy legs, itching and swelling. If treatment is delayed or ignored, varicose veins in men can lead to skin discoloration, chronic pain and skin ulcers.
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