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Varicose veins on legs
Visible varicose veins are swollen, twisted, and potentially painful veins that are filled with an abnormal pooling of blood. Common causes include problems with blood flow in veins, pregnancy, and blood clots.
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How long it usually lasts:
How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Rare | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Rare | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Restrictive Cardiomyopathy - my brother has this disease and has severe varicose veins on legs. he is on medication. is there any known cure for this.?
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What can be done for large varicose veins on legs & even arms?
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When going in for sclerotherapy, how many veins can be done at one time? I have a large number of varicose veins on my legs. Can a person have sclerotherapy done on both legs at the same time and on a number of veins or will it require multiple appointmen
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I have a bulging varicose vein on my leg, how do I get rid of it besides surgery?
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The varicose vein on my leg is warm when standing but not when sitting. what should I do?
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Can birth control pills give you spider and varicose veins on your legs?
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I have varicose veins on my right leg. I'm doing a charity event in July, walking 100km in under 30 hours, will this cause any problems?
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I have slight varicose and spider veins on my legs. What specific food is good for the health of blood veins? thankyou so much!
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