Some people get varicose veins simply because of family history. But anything that places pressure and weight on your legs can lead to the appearance of varicose veins:
A sedentary lifestyle can also increase your odds of developing this vein problem. If you don’t have much muscular strength in your legs, the muscles may not be very good at supporting the pumping of your blood.
Varicose veins are quite common in the US. Women tend to develop them at a higher rate than men. Other risk factors include:
For the most part, varicose veins don’t cause any symptoms. But if you do experience symptoms, they may include:
Varicose veins are caused by problematic valves. These valves allow blood to collect in the vein, which leads to the appearance of swollen, bulging, and twisted veins.
