Varicose veins, are swollen, bulging, twisted veins visible just beneath the skin that afflict millions of people. Here's what to know.

Varicose veins are swollen blood vessels just below the skin's surface, most often in your legs. They usually have a bluish, bulging, twisting appearance. You may feel aching, redness, itching, or ...

Tired, heavy legs after a long day? Or those bulging blue lines that slowly creep up your calves? Varicose veins are not just a cosmetic bother. They are a clear sign that your circulation is ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Venous disease is common and can affect both men and women, but the good news is it’s treatable and there are many options to help you find relief. Dr. Jennifer Watson ...

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Don’t get it twisted. While spider and varicose veins are a source of aesthetic ire for many, there are key, and potentially life-threatening, differences between the two conditions. “The difference ...

Spider veins, also known as telangiectasias or thread veins, resemble spider webs or tree branches. They occur when damage to blood vessels close to the skin's surface causes them to widen. Spider ...

Whilst many of us do our best to take care of our brain, heart, skin and gut, we often take our veins for granted. Perhaps we think they’ll look after themselves. Yet, there are thousands of miles of ...

When most of us think of a serious medical emergency, we usually think of sudden events such as heart attacks, strokes or serious injuries from a car crash. But some threats develop quietly, with ...

Varicose veins, more than a cosmetic issue, signal circulation problems that can lead to discomfort and serious complications. Lifestyle adjustments like exercise, leg elevation, and compression ...