Causes of Varicose Veins
Why Do Varicose Veins Hurt Most at Night?
If you think that your varicose veins hurt more at night, you are probably not imagining this. The reason why, in a word, is contrast. This might make more sense once it is explained… Especially since the advent of electrical lights, it can be easy to forget that nighttime is for rest. As daylight…
Read MoreVaricose Veins “Popping up” in Younger Americans
Younger adults in the U.S. are searching for options to deal with varicose veins…REALLY? Health and Google statistics are starting to show that younger and younger people are seeking treatment for conditions such as varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), and other health conditions usually associated with older adults. Health officials are attributing this…
Read MoreSuffering from Varicose Vein Pain? Consider tossing the high heels
Has a woman ever said she loves wearing high heels because they are just so comfortable? Uh uh. Or because it is just so easy to walk in them? Not likely. High heels are popular because of the way they make the legs of the wearer appear.
Read MoreWhy Do Varicose Veins Itch?
Is there anything worse than itchy varicose veins? Maybe, but itchy veins remains high on the list of issues we would love to resolve before they drive us crazy. If you are experiencing itching around your varicose veins, it could be a message from your body that it is time to have your veins checked…
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Why do varicose veins hurt?
Why are varicose veins painful? The discomfort associated with varicose veins is caused by a combination of factors. When veins are weak, the blood which is supposed to return to the heart in a timely fashion, settles and pools in the superficial vein system. This pooling of blood worsens when patients stand or sit in…
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