The Ultimate Guide to Assessing Your Vein Conditions

Vein problems are not only painful, but they can also lead to more serious issues. This Guide will help you identify your vein issue so you can find the help you need....

Veins Appearance

Varicose veins appear as twisted bulging veins under the skin, often a blueish colour, while spider veins are smaller thin scatterings of purple and red.

Varicose Veins

Spider Veins

Symptoms

While some people do not notice any associated symptoms, it is not unusual for some or all of the following symptoms to be experienced:

Swelling in the ankles and lower legs
Aching and throbbing pain, sometimes a burning sensation
Darkening of the skin around the veins, often to a brownish tone
A heavy feeling in the legs, sometimes leading to a restlessness or cramping sensation
Itchiness and irritation (known as varicose eczema)

Vein Colours

Varicose veins appear as twisted bulging veins under the skin, often a blueish colour, while spider veins are smaller thin scatterings of purple and red.

Vein Locations around the Anatomy

While varicose veins normally occur along the legs, in less common cases they can appear in other parts of the body including the groin, hips, pelvis and arms.

Lifestyle Factors

Varicose veins are generally caused by one core issue, weakness, or damage to the vein valves. However, there is a range of issues that can trigger and aggravate varicose veins. These include: