Varicose veins — swollen, twisted veins that often appear blue or purple — affect nearly a third of all adults. Though commonly seen as a cosmetic concern, they can cause discomfort and, in severe ...

Varicose veins are a common condition that affects millions of people and can lead to discomfort and complications if left untreated.

TUESDAY, Feb. 27, 2018 -- Those tangled blue varicose veins that can pop up on your legs as you age may be more than unsightly: New research suggests they might quintuple your risk of dangerous blood ...

Varicose veins—visible, swollen blood vessels underneath your skin, usually in your legs—can happen when blood that usually flows toward your heart backs up and pools in a vein. Varicose veins are not ...

You’re having a hard time climbing the stairs because your legs feel heavy and fatigued. Maybe you have noticed swelling or discoloration but haven’t been able to figure out why. What many people ...

Varicose veins and spider veins (a smaller, usually less painful type of “broken” veins) are not usually considered a serious medical condition, but they can be uncomfortable and may lead to more ...

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, swollen veins that are visible under the skin surface. These veins are mostly found in the legs and occasionally cause mild-to-moderate pain, blood clot, and skin ...

If you're an athlete, a pregnant person or frequently deal with swelling or potential blood clots in your legs, you've probably heard of compression socks. These popular stockings are helpful for a ...

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A new study finds that rather than destroying or removing defective veins, it is possible to repair them by using a sheath. They are thus saved for later use as a bypass. In cases of severe varicose ...