About Varicose Veins
Millions of men and women suffer from
some sort of vein disease or complication. However, few of these people
have a good understanding of these disorders and what can be done about
them.
The term "varicosity" refers to
an array of blood circulation disorders
affecting the leg area.
Why are varicose veins formed?
Several possible factors include:
- Family history
- The patient's gender -- women's
predisposition to varicosities is 2 to 4 times greater than men's
- Pregnancy
- The use of contraceptive pills
- Remaining at a sitting or standing
position for long periods of time
- Frequent use of girdles or tight
stockings
- Leg trauma
Next: Types
of varicosities 
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