Varicose vein symptoms

What are signs and symptoms of varicose veins?

Classic symptoms

Classic symptoms

  • Aching.
  • Throbbing.
  • Cramping.
  • Heaviness.
  • Swelling.
  • Skin itchiness.
  • Visible varicose veins.
  • Visible spider veins.
Varicose vein symptoms

Other symptoms

  • Restless legs.
  • Fatigued legs.
  • Bleeding from veins.
  • Clots in the veins.
  • Dry, burning skin.
  • Skin pigmentation.
  • Varicose eczema.
  • Skin ulcers.
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Exacerbating factors

  • Prolonged sitting (e.g. in a car or plane). 
  • Prolonged standing.
  • Heat exposure.
  • Females – hormonal changes.
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Alleviating factors

  • Ambulation.
  • Leg elevation.
  • Cold therapy.
  • Removal of affected veins.