Varicose Vein Symptoms

As we have discussed before, varicose veins are caused by venous insufficiency or dilation of blood vessels in the legs. This condition commonly occurs in this part of the body but can also be located in other areas (esophagus, rectal area, etc.). Read on to learn about the most common varicose veins symptoms.

A full examination of your vascular condition will always be highly recommended since that is how you can prevent and counteract painful varicose veins

How can you tell if you need treatment for varicose veins?

We are going to share with you the most common data and symptoms when venous insufficiency is presented. These indicators can help you schedule a timely consultation with the vein specialists at VEINCO by Vascular Therapy Clinic.

“Spiders Veins”

Spider veins (telangiectasias) may be similar to varicose veins, but they are smaller. They are usually very thin veins of red or blue color and are on the skin’s surface.

Varicose Veins

Sometimes, varicose veins may not be felt right away, but some of the signs you can perceive are:

  • Purple veins
  • Protruding veins of a green color
  • Large bulging veins
  • Pain

On the other hand, some of the usual indicators of clearly felt symptoms are the following:

  • Pain and heaviness
  • Burning, cramping, pulsation, and swelling
  • Severe pain when standing for a long time
  • Itching
  • Bleeding from varicose veins
  • Changes in skin pigmentation
  • Ulcers

When any of these varicose vein symptoms occur, it is important to go immediately with the appropriate vein specialists or varicose vein surgeons who can provide a solution and eliminate this condition. It would be best if you did so regardless of whether you see small spider veins develop or you develop varicose ulcers that can put your cardiovascular health at risk. At VEINCO by Vascular Therapy Clinic, we are the most qualified vein specialists to care for your vascular health and provide the best treatment for varicose veins.

5 Symptoms of poor circulation in the legs

As we discussed earlier, there are many ways to detect the condition of poor circulation in the legs. Now, we will share 5 of the most common symptoms of poor venous return (venous insufficiency).
If you see or feel one of the following symptoms, you must go immediately to a vein specialist who will help you resolve this condition.

1. Change in skin color
When varicose veins change color, most likely, it’s an indication of an advanced stage of the condition. They can appear as small ochre (brown and red) color spots on the calves and are accompanied by small varicose or spider veins. It is very important to provide patients with a proper diagnosis since it can be confused with other skin conditions.

2. Swollen legs
Inflammation of the legs is very common in chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), but it is not the only disease that produces edema in the legs, so making a timely evaluation is very important. This inflammation appears gradually over the course of the day and most often manifests itself in the lower legs and feet, although it can also appear in the entire limb. Edema can be accompanied by pain and tightness, so it is important to allow specialists to perform a diagnosis.

3. Fatigue and/or heaviness
Another very varicose vein symptom and of chronic venous insufficiency is fatigue or heaviness of the legs. It regularly presents as a sudden and inexplicable intense pain. In other words, it’s produced without having made a strenuous physical effort. This situation forces people not to perform to 100% of their capacity at work.

4. Cramps
Cramps are a symptom that is usually associated with other types of leg conditions. However, these cramps are produced by the accumulation of toxins in the legs’ muscles and cannot be drained properly due to chronic venous insufficiency.

5. Anxiety and poor concentration
Commonly, the most nonspecific symptoms of venous insufficiency are not identified promptly, producing a feeling of anxiety or inability to concentrate, thus decreasing performance in the routine of the day. That discomfort in the legs is enough to distract a person from his activities but often not enough to go to the doctor.

At VEINCO, you can find the best specialists and the ideal varicose vein treatment to solve the condition of poor circulation in your legs and avoid or combat those annoying swollen veins or spider veins. Please don’t waste any more time and contact us today.

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