What age do Varicose Veins appear?

Whilst varicose veins are more known for appearing in older adults, but many younger people are still at risk of developing them too before they reach the age of 40. Why does older age make us more at risk of varicose veins? When we talk about varicose veins and what causes them, age does come… Continue reading What age do Varicose Veins appear?

Where can Varicose Veins appear?

Varicose veins are most commonly found on the legs; however it is possible for them to appear in other unexpected places that are not your legs and feet. Varicose Veins on your arms Varicose veins can appear on your arms, and this can cause some distress as the arms are typically a very visible area… Continue reading Where can Varicose Veins appear?

Normal veins vs varicose veins

Varicose Vein Symptoms

Veins are a type of blood vessel that transports deoxygenated blood from your organs back to your heart…

10 Varicose and Thread Vein FAQs

Statistically one in five people will develop Varicose Veins as they age and women are known to be more affected than men. Varicose Veins normally occur in the legs – often around the backs of the calves, inside of the legs and thighs – appearing as lumpy and twisted blue or dark purple bulges under… Continue reading 10 Varicose and Thread Vein FAQs