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varicose veins - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Varicose vein: A dilated (widened) tortuous (twisting) vein, usually involving a superficial vein in the leg, often associated with incompetency of the valves in the vein. These visible and bulging veins are often associated with symptoms such as tired, heavy, or aching limbs. In severe cases, varicose veins can rupture, or open sores (varicose ulcers) can form on the skin. ...
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varicose veins - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
Varicose veins
Varicose veins
varicose veins, Circulatory system
Circulatory system

About varicose veins (Source: MayoClinic)
Varicose veins are gnarled, enlarged veins. Any vein may become varicose, but the veins most commonly affected are those in your legs and feet. That's because standing and walking upright increases the pressure in the veins of your lower body. ...
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Frequently Asked Questions for varicose veins (Source: MedicineNet)
What are veins and what is their function?
What are varicose veins and spider veins?
Who gets varicose and spider veins?
What causes varicose and spider veins?
What are varicose vein symptoms?
How are varicose veins evaluated (diagnosed)?
What treatments are available for varicose veins and spider veins?
How can compression stockings help with varicose veins?
What is sclerotherapy?
What surgical procedures are available to treat varicose veins?
Can laser be used to treat varicose and spider veins?
What type of doctors provide treatments for varicose and spider veins?
What are the side effects of these treatments?
How can varicose vein be prevented?
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Symptoms of varicose veins (Source: MedLinePlus)
Pain in the legs : fullness, heaviness, aching ; Visible, enlarged veins ; Mild swelling of ankles ; Skin at the ankle discolored brown ; Skin ulcers near the ankle. ...
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Natural Remedies for varicose veins (By John C. Reed, M.D. Source: WholeHealthMD)
These are the supplements that can help you minimize the varicose veins you already have or prevent varicose veins from developing. If you don't treat varicose veins, they generally worsen over time. You'll need to be patient, however. Allow up to three months to see results from your supplement program.
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Natural supplements
butcher's broom 150 mg 3 times a day
horse chestnut 250 mg twice a day or 1 tsp. liquid extract twice a day
gotu kola 30-60 mg of standardized extract (TTFCA) twice a day, or 600-800 mg whole herb 3 times a day
vitamin C and flavonoids 1,000 mg vitamin C and 500 mg flavonoids twice a day; may be partially covered by daily multivitamin and antioxidant complex
bilberry 80-100 mg of standardized extract or 1/2 tsp. liquid extract twice a day
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varicose veins - Alternative Medicine (Source: HealthyWorld Online)

News on varicose veins
Varicose, Spider Veins May Be Inevitable for Some (MedicineNet)
What to Do If You Have Unsightly Veins (MedicineNet)
Obesity, heavy lifting up risk of pelvic disorder (ReutersHealth)

Further Reading on varicose veins
  • Varicose Veins - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins near the surface of the skin. They most commonly develop in the legs and ankles.
  • Varicose Veins - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    The goals of varicose vein treatment are to reduce symptoms and prevent complications. For some, the goal may be improved appearance.
  • Varicose Veins ( WebMD )
    When veins become abnormally thick, full of twists and turns, or enlarged, they are called varicose veins .
  • Sleep Disorders: Restless Legs Syndrome Treatments ( WebMD )
    An overview of treatments for restless legs syndrome...medical conditions, such as anemia, diabetes, nutritional deficiencies, kidney disease, thyroid disease, varicose veins , or Parkinson's disease,
  • What Causes Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? ( WebMD )
    A quick overview of the potential causes of restless legs syndrome, or RLS...as diabetes). Other medical conditions linked to RLS include: Parkinson's disease Varicose veins Some tumors Fibromyalgia...


  • Cellulitis ( WebMD )
    Cellulitis is a common infection of the skin and the soft tissues underneath the skin. Learn more...inadequate blood flow to the limbs, poor venous or lymphatic drainage, or varicose veins Liver disease...
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