Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD Varicose veins—visible, swollen blood vessels underneath your skin, usually in your legs ...

Laser therapy doesn't appear to outshine the standard surgery to treat severe varicose veins, new research suggests.

When they become severe, varicose veins can lead to a condition known as chronic venous insufficiency, which occurs when blood does not completely return to the heart from the veins.

In more severe cases, varicose veins can lead to skin changes resulting in eczema, abnormal pigmentation, ulceration, or bleeding. What Treatments Are Available?

Varicose veins, more than a cosmetic issue, signal circulation problems that can lead to discomfort and serious complications ...

Varicose veins afflict over 25 million Americans, or about 1 in 13 people. Once considered a cosmetic issue, varicose veins can actually be a serious, life-changing disease. The root cause is the ...

Varicose veins don’t define beauty but they do reflect how well your body is coping with daily demands. The real approach isn ...

In more severe cases, varicose veins can lead to skin changes resulting in eczema, abnormal pigmentation, ulceration, or bleeding. What Treatments Are Available?

The decision about which treatment option for varicose veins is preferable depends on several factors including the person's age, symptoms and general health, writes Caroline Robinson.

In more severe cases, varicose veins can lead to skin changes resulting in eczema, abnormal pigmentation, ulceration, or bleeding. What Treatments Are Available?