Varicose Veins – Self Check
Here’s a list of common features a person can recognize to identify possible varicose veins before consulting a doctor:
If any of these symptoms are present, especially if they interfere with daily activities or worsen over time, it is recommended to consult us for diagnosis and treatment.
1. Visible Signs:
Twisted, Bulging Veins: Veins that appear enlarged, twisted, or bulging, often resembling cords.
Color Changes: Veins that are blue, purple, or dark in color, visible just beneath the skin.
2. Symptoms in the Legs:
Aching or Throbbing Pain: Persistent or occasional pain in the legs, especially after prolonged standing or sitting.
Heaviness: A feeling of heaviness or fatigue in the legs.
Itching: Itching around the veins or the skin over the affected area.
Burning or Cramping: A burning sensation or muscle cramps, especially at night.
3. Swelling:
Localized Swelling: Swelling in the ankles or lower legs, particularly after a long day.
4. Skin Changes:
Discoloration: Skin around the veins may become discolored, appearing brownish or reddish.
Dryness and Flakiness: Skin over the veins may become dry, flaky, or itchy.
Thickening: In advanced cases, the skin may thicken or harden (lipodermatosclerosis).
Ulcerations: In advanced cases, skin ulceraes
5. Worsened Symptoms After Activity:
Pain Aggravated by Prolonged Standing or Sitting: Symptoms may worsen when standing or sitting for long periods.
Relief with Elevation: Temporary relief of symptoms by elevating the legs.
6. Bleeding or Tenderness:
Tenderness: Veins may become tender to touch.
Bleeding: In rare cases, varicose veins may bleed if the skin over them is injured.
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