Varicose Veins (or Spider Veins as they are sometimes known) are basically veins that have become enlarged, twisted, and painful.  It is a result of valves not functioning properly - allowing blood to stay in the vein.  Pooling of blood in a vein causes it to enlarge.

Cause of Varicose Veins:  prolonged standing and increased pressure within the abdomen, such as pregnancy, may increase susceptibility, however, congenitally defective valves is the main cause.

Symptoms of Varicose Veins:  includes painful, aching legs; enlarged veins; swelling of the ankles; and skin ulcers near the ankle.

Varicose Veins Treatments: 
Elevate the legs when sleeping and wear elastic support hose when standing or sitting. 
Varicose Veins Laser Treatment: a new treatment that takes less than an hour to eliminate Varicose Veins - experiencing 98% success rate.
Varicose Veins Creams:  there is a variety of creams around to reduce the appearance of Varicose Veins including: lavender oil, and vitamins E, K, liposomes and aloe.

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