Although development of varicose veins usually can be ascribed to many conditions, conventional examinations may not disclose the apparent source of the high-pressure leak from the deep to the superficial system. For the children, the risk of developing varicose veins was 90% when both parents were afflicted. When only one parent was affected, the risk of developing varicose veins was 25% for men and 62% for women. The overall risk of varicose vein development is 20% when neither parent is affected by varicosities

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If not invasive treatment, All varicose veins should be evaluated and atleast basic conservative treatment should be started accordingly.

Complications of varicose veins, although rare, can include: Ulcers. Painful ulcers may form on the skin near varicose veins, particularly near the ankles. A discolored spot on the skin usually begins before an ulcer forms. See your doctor immediately if you suspect you've developed an ulcer. Blood clots. Occasionally, veins deep within the legs become enlarged. In such cases, the affected leg may become painful and swell. Any persistent leg pain or swelling warrants medical attention because it may indicate a blood clot — a condition known medically as thrombophlebitis. Bleeding. Occasionally, veins very close to the skin may burst. This usually causes only minor bleeding. But any bleeding requires medical attention.

For many people, unsightly veins are a cosmetic annoyance that dampens self-confidence. For others, these painful, throbbing blood vessels interrupt life’s normal activities and are a significant health problem. Quite often, sufferers wonder when is the right time to seek professional varicose vein treatment. If pain is troubling you and disturbing quality of life or if you have severe pain / ulcer/ skin darkening etc, you definitely need treatment for your veins.

Various treatment options include : EVLA/ EVLT- endovenous laser treatment for varicose veisn; Vena seal glue treatmetn, Sclerotherapy, phlebectomy , basic conservative care.

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Regular non strenous activities can be started. Infact you will be encouraged to do it. Tee earlier the better.

They may or may not! However a lot of factors influence the recurrence. To read more.

Basic conservative care only minimises your discomfort. Varicose veins would worsen even on stockings. Best way to reduce chances of worsening is to treat the cause by EVLT or any other closure technicues. other measures like weight control, exercise may reduce the speed of worsening.

EVLT / EVLA can cost aprrox 65000 INR to 1,20,000 INR depending on which hospital setup you choose to get procedure done by Doctor.

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