The underlying problem in spider veins is backward flow or “reflux”
Spider veins affect a large portion of our nation, particularly females. Spider veins develop because of a genetic trait affecting small one way valves inside of leg veins. These valves normally insure...
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Treatment can consist of a number of means. Elevating the legs reduces the congestion inside the veins and relieves symptoms. Compression stockings reduce the amount of blood that pools inside the...
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