Two of the most common age group is adults over 50. And while many people still believe that varicose veins are primarily a cosmetic issue, they are often a serious health problem that causes chronic leg pain, fatigue, itching, burning, restless leg syndrome, leg cramps, swelling, inflammation, and potentially life-threatening blood clots.
According to Dr. Stiller, one of the biggest risk factors for venous disease is family history. “There are lifestyle changes we can recommend to prevent venous disease, but there’s nothing we can do about three of the main causes: severity, aging, and genetic predisposition,” she says.
If one or more of your close relatives have or have varicose veins, you are more likely to develop them as well. If you have a family history of venous disease or are experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned, it is advisable to get checked now.
