Varicose veins occur when the valves in your veins malfunction, preventing them from effectively returning blood to the heart against gravity. This leads to increased pressure in the affected area, causing blood to pool. While varicose veins typically affect the legs and feet, they can also appear on the face and arms.

Without treatment, varicose veins can worsen, resulting in leg ulcers and chronic venous insufficiency. In some cases, blood clots may form in the deep veins, known as Deep Vein Thrombosis, which can lead to other life-threatening conditions if left unaddressed.

In some cases, varicose veins cause no symptoms, while in others, they may lead to various issues. Common symptoms include:

• Aching and discomfort in the legs
• Swollen feet and ankles
• Burning or throbbing sensations
• Muscle cramps, especially at night
• Itchy skin over the affected area
• Skin discoloration
• Heaviness or fatigue in the legs

These symptoms tend to worsen during warm weather, later in the day, or after standing for extended periods.

Endovenous laser treatment is a safe and effective procedure, linked to fewer major complications and minimal scarring. This painless and minimally invasive treatment, performed as an outpatient procedure, results in no scarring.