Do Varicose Veins affect younger people? Varicose veins are commonly associated with advanced age, and while it is true that older people are more likely to develop varicose veins, the condition can also affect younger people. Varicose veins can develop in teenagers, or young adults as well as in seniors. You may begin to notice […]
Superficial Vein Thrombosis: Complications of Varicose Veins
Superficial venous thrombosis (SVT) is a varicose vein complication that can cause pain and tenderness. Correctly diagnosing and monitoring the condition is important to prevent other—potentially life-threatening—issues. Since up to 80% of SVT patients have varicose veins, it’s important to know the symptoms.