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Varicose Veins in Younger Adults: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Varicose Veins in Younger Adults: What’s Normal and What’s Not

You might associate varicose veins with aging. However, while most people only develop varicose veins in their later years, many people are surprised to notice bulging, twisted veins or persistent leg discomfort in their 20s, 30s, or early 40s. If you’re a young...

What Your Leg Cramps Might Be Saying About Your Vein Health

What Your Leg Cramps Might Be Saying About Your Vein Health

Experiencing leg cramps is incredibly common. While most internet posts on the topic will say that leg cramps are likely the result of dehydration, overuse, or low electrolytes, there’s another factor at play that could be causing your legs to cramp. That factor? Vein...

Varicose Veins in Men: How Does It Happen, and Is Treatment Possible?

Varicose Veins in Men: How Does It Happen, and Is Treatment Possible?

Most content about varicose veins centers on women. This makes sense to a certain extent; after all, varicose veins are more common in women. That said, all people can get varicose veins. In fact, it’s estimated that about 15% of men will develop varicose veins at...

Varicose Veins and Body Art: Can You Tattoo Near Varicose Veins?

Varicose Veins and Body Art: Can You Tattoo Near Varicose Veins?

If you have tattoos and are considering getting more, you might think that an area with varicose veins is out of the question. This is a debate that’s occurring more and more often. As tattoos grow in popularity, and as older people are considering tattoos, the...

Bulging Veins in Legs: When to See a Varicose Vein Specialist

Bulging Veins in Legs: When to See a Varicose Vein Specialist

If you’ve noticed bulging veins in your legs, you might be worried that it’s time to see a specialist. You’re not alone — millions of people have enlarged, twisted, or rope-like veins that appear just beneath the surface of the skin. These are commonly referred to as...

What to Expect During Your First Vein Treatment Appointment

What to Expect During Your First Vein Treatment Appointment

If you’ve noticed some new veins developing on your legs, you might be concerned about the risks associated with varicose veins. Whether your new veins are bulging, purplish varicose veins, or fine, web-like spider veins, you’re not alone in wanting a solution to this...

How to Travel Comfortably Without Worsening Your Varicose Veins

How to Travel Comfortably Without Worsening Your Varicose Veins

As summer comes into full swing, many people are preparing for a host of travels, from long road trips to whatever flight takes you to the beach the fastest. But for those with varicose veins, traveling even a short distance can be uncomfortable — or even risky....