Phlebologist revealed the main symptom of developing varicose veins – Health

Enlarged protruding veins are often the main symptom of incipient varicose veins, Elena Smirnova, a phlebologist at the Yusupov Hospital in Moscow, told RIA Novosti, Sports.kz reports.

“Dilated veins are often the main symptom of incipient varicose veins. Varicose nodes can most often be found on the inner surface of the legs or thighs,” said the phlebologist.

Smirnova noted that over time, convoluted dark blue intradermal veins appear above the surface of the skin of the legs and feet, all this is accompanied by bursting pain in the legs and calves, a feeling of heat in the legs, night cramps in the calf muscles, and swelling.

“However, prominent veins can occur in people whose activities involve physical activity, for example, professional athletes, athletes, loaders, laundresses,…