• Question: What are the symptoms of varicose veins?

    Asked by Katie to Laura on 8 Mar 2016.
    • Photo: Laura Haworth

      Laura Haworth answered on 8 Mar 2016:

      They usually have quite a distinctive appearance. You may have seen big bulging veins in peoples legs.

      Symptoms can include:
      -aching, heavy and uncomfortable legs
      -swollen feet and ankles
      -burning or throbbing in your legs
      -muscle cramp in your legs, particularly at night
      -dry, itchy and thin skin over the affected vein

      The symptoms are often worse in warmer weather or if you are standing up for long periods of time.

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