Can Varicose Veins Appear At Any Age?
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If you suffer from the cosmetic and physical symptoms of varicose veins, you know just how frustrating they can be. In fact, varicose veins can cause severe pain for some patients and may even lead to more serious complications, including blood clots and deep vein thrombosis. The distinguished team at Lynch Vein & Aesthetics, under the direction of board-certified general surgeon and vascular expert Dr. Matthew Lynch, understands the complex nature of varicose veins and is proud to offer the most advanced vein removal treatments available in Peoria, AZ. Find out more about varicose veins here, including what causes them and when they are most likely to develop.
What are varicose veins?
When veins become enlarged, twisted, and begin to appear as blue, purple, or dark red bulges under the surface of the skin, they are referred to as varicose veins. Although any vein in the body can become varicosed, they are most common in the lower legs and feet. For some men and women, varicose veins are simply a cosmetic nuisance, while other patients develop uncomfortable and disruptive varicose vein symptoms, including:
- Pain
- Heaviness in legs
- Throbbing
- Restless legs
- Itching
- Muscle cramps
- Discoloration
What causes varicose veins?
Technically speaking, varicose veins are caused by a weakening of the vein wall, which is often due to increased pressure in the vein, as well as a dysfunction of the venous valve. While varicose veins can affect anyone, certain risk factors make some men and women more likely to develop varicose veins than others. Some of the most common risk factors and causes of varicose veins include:
- Age
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Smoking
- Pregnancy
- Being a woman
- Family history of varicose veins
Can young people get varicose veins?
Yes, varicose veins can affect younger patients for a number of reasons, including pregnancy, lifestyle, diet, and others. However, age is one of the primary risk factors for varicose veins, with the majority of varicose vein patients being in their 50s and above.
For women who develop enlarged veins at an early age due to pregnancy, they may resolve after childbirth and recovery. In most cases, however, varicose veins require treatment and/or removal.
How are varicose veins treated?
Dr. Lynch is committed to offering the most current, convenient, and effective treatments for varicose veins in Peoria, AZ to help patients find reliable symptom relief and feel more confident about their appearance. During your initial consultation, Dr. Lynch will thoroughly examine your veins, perform any necessary imaging studies, evaluate for the possibility of an underlying vascular condition, and recommend the most appropriate treatment for you. Oftentimes, a combination of nonsurgical varicose vein treatments can produce the most dramatic results. Some of the most popular varicose vein therapies offered at Lynch Vein & Aesthetics include:
Restore the comfort and confidence you deserve with varicose vein treatment in Peoria, AZ
Whether you are young and healthy but have concerns about the cosmetic side effects of varicose veins or you are well into middle age and have developed a worrisome vascular condition, we can help. Call Lynch Vein & Aesthetics to schedule your one-on-one consultation with acclaimed board-certified general surgeon Dr. Matthew Lynch, and take the first step toward ridding yourself of unsightly varicose veins today!