There are a few perfectly natural reasons why you might notice blue veins in your legs. The lighter or thinner your skin is, the greater than chance that veins will be visible through the skin. Blue veins are often more visible in people with fair skin, who have a thin or athletic build, who lift weights regularly, or who have recently lost a lot of weight. Blue veins can also be a natural sign of aging, puberty, or pregnancy.
However, if your blue veins seem to bulge out from the skin or are bunched together, and have the appearance of bubbles, worms, or bruises, then this could be a cause for concern. If you notice any of these symptoms and if you’re experiencing pain and discomfort such as aching or swollen legs, heavy-feeling legs, leg cramps, or restless legs, then you should get yourself checked out by a vein specialist as these are common signs of venous disease.
Veins that appear in web-like clusters that spread out across the legs close to the surface of the skin are a common sign of a condition called spider veins. The other most common vein disease, varicose veins, is characterized by thick, ropey veins that are lumpy and noticeably larger than normal.
Varicose veins and spider veins are usually blue or red in colour, but they can also appear purple or greenish. Blue veins can show up on any part of the leg including the hips, ankles, calves, and behind the knees, but they are most commonly found on the outer and upper thighs.
In addition to being unsightly and painful, these conditions can lead to more serious complications, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), if left untreated.
Even blue veins that are harmless health-wise can still make you feel self-conscious. If you find yourself avoiding wearing bathing suits, skirts or shorts because of the blue colouring on your legs, then this is another perfectly valid reason to seek treatment.
If your blue leg veins are causing you pain or if they’re having a negative impact on your self-confidence, don’t hesitate to make an appointment at Canada Vein Clinics to see what your options are regarding vein treatment. We have locations in Ottawa, Halifax, Richmond Hill, Orleans, Moncton, Vaughan, Kawartha Lakes, Kanata, Dartmouth, and Toronto. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Consultation
by Alan. Trufal
Category: generalAfter 3 veinous ultrasounds, due to a swollen left leg and painful ankle when walking, I got my doctor to refer me to Canada Vein Clinic. Another ultrasound was done in house. I lucked into a virtual consultation with Dr. Matz himself, shortly after , fully expecting a recommendation for one of the vein treatments . Laser was what I expected. Much to my surprise , after being asked a number of questions relating to my symptoms, Dr. Matz suggested that there was no serious vein problem . He recommended an arterial ultrasound, which was also done in house , shortly afterwards. Before I forget , I would also like to thank the staff , and in particular Sasha , for all her help and concern. It appears that I do have minor vein and artery issues in my left leg. But , nothing that would require any intervention at this point in time. I cannot thank Dr. Matz enough. I believe he is a very honest , caring and most competent doctor . If I ever do need a vein procedure , I will return to have Dr. Matz do it.
VenaSeal
by Billie Johnston
Category: generalGreat experience at Canada Vein Clinic. I had the procedure done approximately 3 years ago to remove my varicose veins. It has taken me this long to leave a review because I wanted to be sure it lasted. It has! I was VERY nervous, but on the day of the procedure felt comfortable and confident that I was "in good hands". The actual procedure was not painful and not even uncomfortable. However, 3 or 4 days after, I did develop pain and discomfort (because I did not follow instructions). It was recommended that I apply Arnica and I did not. When I developed the pain, I did start applying the Arnica and within a day everything was as it should be. Highly recommend Canada Vein Clinic. Very professional, courteous, and informative. And my leg is still smooth and vein free after 3 years!
Venalseal
by Gisele McCann
Category: vein therapyI had contacted Dr.Matz at the Canada Vein Clinic to have removal of some very large veins reviewd. Since I have some medical issues, Dr.Matz suggested that the safest way to achieve this would be with the venaseal procedure. Ultrasounds confirmed that this would be the safest way. I was aware that it may not result in a 100% result. The procedure was basically pain free with a minimal amount of bruising and very fast recovery. Multible Ultrasound checks over 1 years Confirmed that the procedure was successful and improved with time. I submitted pictures for a telephone consultation with Dr.Matz and was assured that minor issues could be addressed at a later date. I was treated with the utmost professionalism by Dr.Matz and the clicic staff. I would recommend to get an assessment by Drt.Matz at Canada Vein Clinics. GMCC
Never felt better
by Lori Brummell
Category: vein therapyOne year ago I got my various veins done. My legs have never felt better. It is expensive but well worth it.
Venaseal Treatment
by Francesco Giordano
Category: vein therapyMy varicose vein was so bad that my calf was almost double the size of the other one. After my Venaseal treatment with Dr. Matz, it has shrunk down to the same as the other one with some minor bruising as the only evidence left of the varicose vein. All the staff at the clinic were friendly and kind. Overall it was a great experience.
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