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Varicose veins
Varicose veins are a medical condition in which superficial veins become enlarged and twisted. Although usually just a cosmetic ailment, in some cases they cause , pain, itching, and nighttime leg cramps. These veins typically develop in the legs, just under the skin. Their can include bleeding, skin , and superficial thrombophlebitis. Varices in the scrotum are known as varicocele, while those around the anus are known as hemorrhoids. The physical, social, and psychological effects of varicose veins can lower their bearers' quality of life.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·None, fullness, pain in the area
How it's found
- ·Based on examination
Treatment
- ·Compression stockings, exercise, sclerotherapy, , endovenous ablation
Complications
- ·Bleeding, superficial thrombophlebitis
Outlook
- ·Commonly reoccur
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