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How do we get varicose veins?
Varicose veins are veins under the skin of the legs, which have become dilated and tortuous. They are very common. Blood flows down the legs through the arteries, and back up the legs through the...
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What is varicose veins?
Varicose veins (enlarged and tortuous veins)
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Why and how do you get varicose veins?
A varicose vein is an enlarged, twisted superficial vein. They can occur in almost any part of the body, but mostly seen in the lower leg area. It is caused by incompetent venous valves (valves that...
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Why do you get varicose veins?
Veins have a system of valves that help keep the blood moving towards the heart If the are not operating correctly too much blood builds up in the veins and they swell.
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What is varicose vein stripping?
They make a small incision into the leg (and vein), insert a special tool through the vein, and then peel it out.