WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF SPIDER VEINS?
Spider veins are tiny, thin veins that vary in color and that you can see just under the surface of your skin. They’re so named because they remind us of spider webs, and are also sometimes described as looking like marble.
Spider veins in the leg, hand, and face are caused by unhealthy valves inside feeder's veins, allowing blood to flow backward instead of upwards toward the heart.
Common Symptoms of Spider Veins
1. Heaviness or Aches:
2. Burning, Cramps, or Swelling
3. Skin Discoloration
4. Itching
5. Increased Pain After Sitting or Standing for a Long Time
A number of factors may contribute to the development of spider veins in the legs, including
1. Heredity
2. Hormonal shifts
3. Occupations or activities that require prolonged sitting or standing
4. Pregnancy
5. Weight fluctuation
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