What Are The Risk Factors For Varicose Veins?

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Varicose Veins are an unsightly condition that effect both men and women. There are many factors that can cause or worsen this inflammation of the veins. Being aware of what the causes are can help you prevent the development of varicose veins or catch the condition as soon as you notice any signs. It is best to see a vein specialist as soon as you notice any of the symptoms.
Here are some of the most common risk factors for developing varicose veins:

Heredity
Heredity is a main risk factor and responsible for about 80 percent of vein disease. The risk increases if both parents have the condition. While you can’t change your heredity, it’s a good idea to pay close attention to your symptoms and contact a vein specialist for a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Age
Your veins can lose elasticity as you age, and the valves within your veins that help sustain blood flow may become weak as you age. This loss of strength and elasticity can cause blood to flow backwards and pool within veins, causing them to bulge. Varicose veins often develop on a person’s legs and feet. It is important to seek treatment from a vein specialist when these veins first begin to appear.

Long Hours Spent Standing
Spending long hours on your feet, as many jobs require, can increase your risk for developing varicose veins. This is due to the pressure that is put on the lower part of the body for long periods of time. If you have a job that requires you to stand for extended periods, be sure to use your break time to sit with your feet elevated to help reduce your risk of developing varicose veins.

Pregnancy
Some women develop varicose veins during pregnancy. This is due to a combination of the expansion of the uterus, which presses against the large blood vessels and hormonal changes, which affect the blood vessel lining. The inflammation of varicose veins can worsen with each pregnancy, so seek the advice of a vein specialist at the beginning of each pregnancy.

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