Are Varicose Veins Dangerous? What Happens If They Go Untreated

Many people search for are varicose veins dangerous, what happens if varicose veins go untreated, or are varicose veins a serious problem because they want to know whether bulging leg veins are just cosmetic or a real health risk. In this video, Dr. Caroline Novak explains what varicose veins are and why leaving them untreated can lead to complications. Varicose veins are unhealthy veins caused by venous insufficiency. The valves inside your leg veins normally keep blood flowing up toward the heart, but over time, often with a family history or a history of blood clots, they can become leaky. Blood then pools and pressure builds inside the veins, leading to twisting, bulging varicose veins and clusters of spider veins on the surface of the skin. Beyond their appearance, varicose veins can cause symptoms such as leg heaviness at the end of the day, night cramps, and fatigue. More importantly, if vein disease is left untreated it can progress and lead to complications such as blood clots and slow-healing wounds called ulcers. If you have visible varicose veins along with these signs or symptoms, an evaluation with a vein specialist can determine whether treatment, from compression stockings to minimally invasive procedures, is right for you. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: https://www.veintreatmentclinic.com/yt2 Learn more about vein care: ✔️ Vein disease and symptoms https://www.veintreatmentclinic.com/c... ✔️ Vein treatments https://www.veintreatmentclinic.com/t... ✔️ Insurance coverage https://www.veintreatmentclinic.com/c... Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:29 How Healthy Leg Veins Work 00:48 What Causes Varicose Veins 01:15 Symptoms to Watch For 01:31 What Varicose Veins Look Like 01:57 The Risks of Leaving Vein Disease Untreated 🚨 Disclaimers Our primary intention is to inform viewers about all aspects of vein diseases, including causes and treatments. This video should never be used as a diagnostic tool. If you identify with the symptoms discussed, we always recommend consulting with one of our professionals.