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Vericose veins on tailbone when pregnant, should i be concerned?

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Never: Heard of varicose veins on the tail bone. But since you are pregnant, show the area to your obgyn on your next check up.

Answered 9/16/2013

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Dr. John Landi answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Increased Pressure.: During pregnancy with the growing uterus, there is increased pressure placed on the veins in the pelvis and lower abdomen.This increased pressure causes the venous pressure to increase which is then transmitted down through the veins resulting in the valves in the veins leaking (refluxing) leading to varicose veins. After delivery, the pressure is reduced. See a vein specialist for an evaluation.

Answered 12/10/2013

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No. : Keep an eye on it. It should go down after pregnancy. If it doesn't, see a vein specialist or phlebologist. Phlebology.Org for referrals.

Answered 1/1/2017

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Varicose veins: During pregnancy varicose veins may develop due to increased pressure from the enlarging uterus,most of these will resolve within a few months after the pregnancy Use of maternity compression pantyhose is very helpful

Answered 3/28/2017

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