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Varicose Vein Laser Treatments

Varicose veins are swollen, dark blue or purple blood vessels that are visible and tangible beneath the skin. They often look like twisted cords, and usually appear on the calves, inside of the legs, and ankles, or as hemorrhoids during pregnancy.

Varicose veins form when the valves within a vein weaken and allow some blood to flow backward. The vessel walls weaken under the additional strain and balloon outward, raising the skin surface. Most people with varicose veins seek cosmetic treatment to reduce their appearance on the legs. Treatment often takes care of minor discomfort associated with the condition such as swelling, fatigue, itching and cramps. Sometimes, however, more significant problems can develop if veins are left untreated. Venous insufficiency occurs when blood becomes so clogged that it cannot return to the heart. This, in turn, can cause a clot to form that may block blood flow or break free and travel to the heart or lungs and cause severe damage. Bleeding infection and skin ulcers are also possible complications. For this reason, patients with varicose veins should be examined by a professional.