If your legs are aching with the veins appearing very prominent, it may be varicose veins. Know how to prevent.

Tired, heavy legs after a long day? Or those bulging blue lines that slowly creep up your calves? Varicose veins are not just a cosmetic bother. They are a clear sign that your circulation is ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- It's that time of year when we're dusting off our summer clothing, but if you're one of the 30 million people who suffer from varicose veins, you may not be too thrilled to show ...

Varicose veins are a frequently occurring medical issue, with at least 1 in 3 people suffering from them at some point in their lives. Varicose veins are typically a sign of an underlying valve ...

As we age, wear and tear on our veins boosts the chances of developing varicose veins. These rope-like, bulging veins are actually very common. Still, it can be unnerving when anything new appears on ...

Varicose veins develop for various reasons. Risk factors include age, family history, being a woman, pregnancy, obesity, hormonal replacement or contraception therapy, prolonged sitting or standing, ...

A seemingly simple procedure to remove a large varicose vein nearly cost one woman both of her legs. Donna Zavaglia, now 42, had been embarrassed by the large vein that she could already see running ...

A leading cardiologist breaks down the dangers and differences between spider veins and varicose veins, including treatment options. Don’t get it twisted. While spider and varicose veins are a source ...

Patients experiencing an achy, heavy feeling or a burning sensation in their legs may be feeling the symptoms of varicose veins. These twisted, enlarged veins often develop as people age, but they ...

Most of the millions of people with varicose veins don’t consider them a medical issue, unless they happen to be painful, achy or inflamed. But varicose veins are a kind of chronic venous ...

Varicose veins during pregnancy are very common. For most women, they are usually a harmless result of the pregnancy itself. Pressure from the uterus on the circulatory system causes blood to back up ...

Varicose veins, more than a cosmetic issue, signal circulation problems that can lead to discomfort and serious complications. Lifestyle adjustments like exercise, leg elevation, and compression ...