Question 1

hello docs. i was wondering can varicose veins cause you to die?

Accepted Answer

They cannot.: Varicose veins are due to leaking (refluxing) valves of the saphenous system.  They can lead to superficial clots and chronic venous insufficiency but they are not the cause of lethal conditions.  If varicose veins bleed or if clots extend from the varicose veins into the deep venous system, they could theoretically lead to a mortal problem but this would be extremely unusual.

Question 2

i have varicose veins. in one leg, there is a hard, hot and very painful lump. is it a blood clot? can i die from this?

Accepted Answer

Yes and probably not: Sounds like superficial venous thrombphlebitis, which can spread to become deep venous thrombophlebitis, a condition which can cause pulmonary embolism and death.  If you have no calf tenderness or swelling, DVT is not likely.  More concerning is skin erosion, which can lead to bleeding and infection.  Have your doctor look at it.

Question 3

are varicose veins dangerous?

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Can be: If you have longstanding, untreated varicose veins and complications that we call chronic venous insufficiency, you can develop a venous leg ulcer from that.  Although not usually even potentially dangerous, unless they become infected (which is rare), they can be very difficult to deal with.  Phlebitis is more common in varicose veins and it is possible to get a deep vein thrombus from that.

Question 4

how to cure unsightly varicose veins?

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Options: Depending on the size of the varicose veins, you could try butchers broom or horse chestnut supplements, or may need to see a vascular surgeon for treatment.  There are some laser treatments, but not sure you'd be a candidate without evaluation. Best bet is to see vascular surgeon.

Question 5

how do you treat large varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Stripping or removing the vein.

Question 6

what can i do to treat varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

See phlebologist: Trained vein doctors (phlebologist) can treat vv in an office setting, as one day procedure.  Seek help by going to www.Phlebology.Org, and put in your zip code to find phlebologist in your area.  Evaluation starts with ultrasound of the leg veins, and modern day treatment includes endovenous ablation, microphlebectomy, sclerotherapy.  Results are great, and you will be happy.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of Varicose veins include::   Ankle swelling, Itching, Legs cramping, Restless legs, Ulceration, Red spider veins, Bulging veins.

Question 8

is it possible to inherit varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

No: Varicose veins are enlargement in the veins of the leg usually from pressure on the venous system thru prolonged standing.  The veins normally have valves to guarantee that return blood to the heart doesn't pool in the legs.  As the valves weaken the downward pressure from standing causes the veins to swell.  This is then managed conservatively with elastic stockings.

Question 9

what causes most people's varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

Newton's thick skin: An apple hit newton on the head. If newton had sat under apple trees too often, he would need thick  skin! and he had better have strong veins too! lucky people inherit genes for strong veins, but 15% of people don't. Gravity pressurizes vein walls and the weaker veins can't take the stress- they give out and dilate!  one can't change genetics, but fight back with lifestyle and compression socks!

Question 10

what is varicose veins a risk factor for?

Accepted Answer

Varicose veins can lead to::   Blood clot in lung, Superficial thrombophlebitis, Embolus, Phlebitis, Deep venous thrombosis.

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