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Varicose veins are dilated, tortuous, elongated veins that is close to the skin's surface (superficial) .The blood moves towards the heart by one-way valves in the veins. When the valves become weakened or damaged, blood can collect in the veins. This causes the veins to become enlarged. Sitting or standing for long periods can cause blood to pool in the leg veins, increasing the pressure within the veins. The veins can stretch from the increased pressure. This may weaken the walls of the veins and damage the valves.

What are the risk factors for varicose veins?

Varicose veins may be more common in some families (inherited). Increased pressure in the veins may cause varicose veins. Factors that may increase pressure include:

  • Overweight or obesity
  • Older age
  • Being female
  • Being inactive
  • Leg injury
  • Pregnancy
  • Smoking
  • Taking oral contraceptive pills or hormone replacement
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

varicose veins can cause aching pain and discomfort. Sometimes varicose veins lead to more-serious problems.spider veins are a common& mild variation of varicose veins — are more of cosmetic concern.

Varicose veins might not cause pain. Signs of varicose veins include:
  • An achy or heavy feeling in the legs
  • Burning, throbbing, muscle cramping and swelling in the lower legs
  • Worsened pain after sitting or standing for a long time
  • Itching around one or more of the veins
  • Changes in skin color around a varicose vein

Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, but they're smaller. Spider veins are found closer to the skin's surface and are often red or blue. They vary in size and often look like a spider's web.

Your health care provider will do a physical exam, including looking at your legs while you're standing to check for swelling. Your provider might also ask you to describe pain and aching in your legs.

Tests
How are varicose veins diagnosed?

In addition to a complete medical history and physical exam, diagnostic procedures for varicose veins may include:

Duplex ultrasound. A type of vascular ultrasound done to check blood flow and the structure of the leg veins. Duplex means two types of ultrasound are used.

Treatment

Specific treatment for varicose veins will be determined based on:
  • Your age, overall health, and medical history
  • Extent of the condition
  • Your signs and symptoms
  • Your tolerance of specific medicines, procedures, or therapies
  • Expectations for the course of the condition

Medical treatment may not be necessary if there are no symptoms. However, varicose veins may sometimes worsen without treatment.

Medical& surgical treatment may include:
  • Elevation of the legs
  • Compression stockings
  • Sclerotherapy Sclerotherapy is the most common treatment for both spider and varicose veins.
  • Thermal ablation Lasers or radiofrequency energy may be used to treat varicose veins.
  • Vein stripping This is surgery to remove varicose veins.
  • Microphlebectomy Special tools inserted through small cuts (incisions) are used to remove varicose veins. It may be done alone or with vein stripping.
What are the complications of varicose veins?

Varicose veins are usually not serious. But, complications may happen. They include:

  • Inflammation or swelling of veins (phlebitis)
  • Blood clots
Can varicose veins be prevented?

Steps to prevent varicose veins include:

  • Keeping a healthy weight
  • Exercising regularly
  • Putting your feet up while sitting
  • Not crossing your legs while sitting
  • Not wearing tight clothing


LAPSER is the best hospital for laser varicose veins treatment (EVLT) in Chennai. We use neo-v laser, one of the most advanced lasers in world. with this cutting-edge technology and precision skills we can deliver a better outcome for our patients. It is best to consult with our qualified surgeon who can evaluate your specific condition and recommend the most appropriate surgery options.