What are reticular veins?
Varicose Veins Varicosities of lower extremities are bulging, twisting, large veins that usually form as a result of faulty valves in certain veins of thighs and legs. This is a common condition that affects 25 percent of women and 15 percent of men in the United States. While hereditary factors are most influential in development of varicose veins, pregnancy and prolonged sitting or standing can often worsen the condition. What are the symptoms? Although many patients desire treatment for their varicose veins because of their appearance, most do so because of their physical symptoms. These include fatigability, restlessness, heaviness, night cramps, and above all a sensation of nagging aching pain. Symptoms are typically worsened by prolonged standing and premenstrual cycles. If left untreated, swelling, skin pigmentation, and eventually ulceration of the legs and feet can develop with time. What are the treatment options? Traditionally, vein stripping, a surgical procedure utilizing
