How to Check for Varicose Veins at Home?

 

Varicose Veins 

Varicose veins are unsightly and can have a negative impact on an individual's health. Varicose veins, if left untreated, can cause bleeding, venous ulcers, and life-threatening blood clots. As a result, one should check for varicose veins at home on a regular basis.

It is simple to check for varicose veins at home. To begin, stand up and leave the leg in place for a minute or two. Take note of any bulging or tense veins in the calf, thigh, knee, foot, or ankle. With your finger, squeeze these veins.

If the veins disappear or shrink when you raise your leg above your heart or feel less tense when you lie down, you most likely have varicose veins.

Aside from the presence of visible, bluish, bulging veins, one may notice:

Stasis dermatitis is an itchy rash that can cause cracked skin.

Cramps in the muscles

Discolored skin patches

Throbbing sensations or a dull ache in the legs, especially after standing or sitting for an extended period of time

A hyperpigmented area around the ankles

Ulceration

If you have several of these symptoms but don't have any visible bulging or twisted veins, you should see a doctor for an ultrasound. This will aid in the diagnosis of the condition.

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