Do You Have Varicose Veins?

Varicose veins are bulging veins that are visible under the skin. They appear most commonly in the legs, but also can develop in other parts of the body.

Your veins have one-way valves that help to keep the blood flowing toward the heart. When the valves don’t work properly, blood backs up and pools in the veins. This causes them to swell and become what we refer to as varicose veins.

Typically varicose veins don’t cause medical problems but they may require treatment for skin problems, pain, blood clots, or other complications. You may choose to have cosmetic treatment to improve the appearance of your leg.