What are varicose veins ?

What are Varicose veins?

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that often appear on the legs. They form when the one-way valves fail to prevent blood from flowing backward into the legs. As a result, with time, this causes pooling of the vein, increased pressure, and results in stretching and swelling of the veins under the skin. In Dubai, many people with varicose veins symptoms seek treatment for varicose veins and spider veins, not only because of how they look, but also for the symptoms they get.

This is called venous insufficiency, which is a chronic condition and with time can get worse. The common symptoms include heaviness and tiredness in the leg, aching pain, itching, swelling around the ankles, nighttime cramps, and visible bulging veins. Some patients have also reported symptoms similar to restless leg syndrome. In advanced stages venous insufficiency can lead to discolouration of the skin, hardening of the skin, and even skin ulcers. There are many factors which increase the risk of developing varicose veins. This includes excess weight, hormonal changes, pregnancy, ageing, family history of varicose veins, and prolonged sitting or standing, and lack of physical activity. 

There are a wide range of varicose veins treatments in Dubai. Conservative measures involve compression stockings, leg elevation, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight. When the conservative treatment fails, effective medical treatment includes endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation, ClariVein®, VenaSeal®, or medical glue, and foam sclerotherapy. These procedures are available at specialised centres throughout the UAE. The Doppler ultrasound is the first step in diagnosis, allowing the vascular surgeon to assess the severity of the venous condition, and to plan a tailored treatment. The majority of the modern treatments in Dubai are quick walk-in walk-out procedures with minimal recovery time. If you notice visible veins or are experiencing any of the leg symptoms, speaking to a vascular surgeon in Dubai can help you understand modern treatments for varicose veins in Dubai. Many patients report relief from discomfort and restore leg appearance after treatment.