Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on dealing with varicose veins.

Ignore: Depends on size, level, and cause. Stockings, sclerotherapy, or surgery are in the realm of your va.

Ignore: After hip surgery lenght of DVT prophylasix should be determined by lenght of immobility.

Ignore: See a vascular surgeon for options , although surgery not always effective.

Ignore: Varicose Veins. They hurt and annoy. Get them treated before they get too bad. Feel & look better.

Ignore: No prolong standing no prolong sitting walking is good stocking is good elevation is better.

Ignore: Compression hose work well to limit symptoms but activity works best to prevent bulging of veins.

Ignore: Have a venous ultrasound done by a vein specialist to evaluate your saphenous vein valves.

Ignore: When asking an opinion of a doctor for varicose veins make sure the physician is board certified.

Ignore: Varicose veins do not go away, they only progress with time. Be proactive & see a vein doctor.

Ignore: Body fit, move, maybe hose Feet raised up at rest You can try, but genes may rule.

Ignore: Use support hose daily. Seek evaluation by a vascular surgeon or a phlebologist.

Ignore: Simple things like compression stockings can make your legs feel better.

Ignore: Elevate your legs for 10 minutes 3 times a day.