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A 63-year-old male asked:

Can a person feel a little pain from time to time during the day at the site of varicose vein (there is no blood clot)?

3 doctor answers5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Leonard Grossman
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Yes: it's not uncommon for people with varicose veins to feel slight tingling, burning or even mild tenderness in the area of inflammation in the area of involvement. applying moist, warm Heat may help the discomfort. good luck
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Dr. Norman Chideckel
Vascular Surgery 44 years experience
Pain: Yes varicose veins can cause discomfort as it reflects the reflux of vein blood flow v causing increase volume of blood flow in the area
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Dr. John Landi
Phlebology 49 years experience
V V's: Varicose veins can cause many symptoms including aching, cramping, heaviness, swelling and even pain. Pain can be related to the pressure in the varicose veins or their location. If you have varicose veins that are causing problems then you should see a vein specialist.
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Last updated Nov 25, 2020
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