Varicose veins: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

varicose veins  Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins that usually occur on the legs and feet They may be blue or dark purple, and are often lumpy, Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the skin Learn about how to keep them from getting

This excess pressure leads to widening of the veins so that they do not close properly Blood then flows back into the leg along these veins and causes varicose Varicose veins usually occur in the legs, specifically on the inner thighs or the bottom of your calves They are caused by increased blood pressure in the

Guidance This guideline covers diagnosing and managing varicose veins in people aged 18 and over It aims to ensure that people understand the Learn how varicose veins can be caused (A video from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center