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Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that appear just below the skin. Although they typically occur in the legs, they can also form in other parts of the body. Veins have one-way valves that keep blood flowing toward the heart – if the veins become weak or damaged, the veins can swell and cause unsightly varicose veins. Although some varicose veins are strictly a cosmetic issue, they can also be the result of a serious, underlying disease. Varicose veins are easy to identify; in addition to the appearance of twisted veins beneath the skin, symptoms include aches, fatigue, swelling, burning, itching, restless leg syndrome, night cramps, and numbness. If left untreated, symptoms will get worse over time and complications, such as inflammation or vein obstruction, could limit or impede your daily activities. If lifestyle changes, self-care, or other varicose vein treatments haven’t worked, contact Vena Vascular today for more information about the diagnosis and treatment options for varicose veins.