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Varicose veins are a common condition affecting women and men, particularly in middle and older age. It is often genetic and can also be caused or exacerbated by obesity, smoking, pregnancy, menopause, hormones, lack of physical activity, a prior leg injury, and...

We all know that varicose veins can be unsightly and uncomfortable. But left untreated, for some people they can become a major health concern with potentially severe repercussions.  One of these risks is the development of a venous ulcer. What are Venous Ulcers? An...

Varicose veins don’t just look unsightly; they can also feel very uncomfortable. Most people who suffer from this condition will be familiar with these effects: aching, heaviness, reddened skin, throbbing, burning, cramping,...

When you hear the term “varicose veins”, chances are the first thing that springs to mind is the legs. This is not unexpected, as varicose veins are by far most associated with (and most obvious in) the legs. This condition, however, is not limited to the lower...

Many would argue that pregnancy is one of the most amazing things a woman can experience and that it is the most beautiful time in a woman’s life. But the reality is that, while the outcome of a healthy pregnancy is certainly very beautiful (a happy, healthy baby),...

Varicose veins are a very common issue for women and men, especially from middle age. They develop for a variety of reasons, many of which are impossible to avoid – such as genetics, biological female sex, and ageing. Other contributing factors are more easily...

Summer is looming and, for a lot of us, that means tired, aching legs. This applies even more so if you have varicose veins. If you have varicose veins, you’ll understand how uncomfortable they can be – not to mention unsightly. The fact that summer is the season of...

Varicose veins are a common problem among both women and men, especially from middle age. One major contributing factor in the development of varicose veins, or which occurs alongside them, is chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). It is a long-term issue that should be...

Is Sclerotherapy right for you? As many as 20% of people will experience varicose veins at some point in their lifetime, with women being somewhat more vulnerable to them than men. Varicose veins are not simply of cosmetic concern. They can also cause pain, aching,...

Do you have varicose veins? Varicose veins are a common condition affecting both men and women, particularly from middle age. While genetics, obesity, and standing for long periods in the workplace all play a role in developing the condition, women will develop the...

Spider veins, though the smallest of varicose veins, can still be of significant concern, particularly in terms of the appearance of your legs. Many people, especially women, seek to have their spider veins removed for cosmetic purposes and to prevent the condition...

A lot of women and men who have varicose veins are concerned about the costs of vein removal treatment. It’s important to understand that there are different ways to approach vein removal and that the costs incurred and outcomes achieved differ greatly depending on...