“For varicose veins, creams with arnica or hirudoid are often suggested”, details Dr Raja. “Arnica cream is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, helping reduce swelling and bruising ...

For those who are overweight or have very swollen legs, your surgeon may also recommend a compression pump, a plastic sleeve to wear on the lower legs for several hours each day that compresses the ...

Varicose veins are an early manifestation of chronic venous insufficiency. Although the risk factors associated with varicose veins are well described, the basic pathophysiology leading to venous ...

Q. My mother had varicose veins in her legs and now I’m getting them. She put up with them. I don’t want to. So how do I get rid of them? A. Varicose veins are twisted and enlarged ...