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What Causes Visible Veins On The Backside Of The Leg?
Question: Dear doctor, Thanks for your prompt reply.. I have attached the snapshot of that area for better understanding.
The snapshot shows veins in the backside of the leg (Just above the knee on backside).. She is not taking any medicine and this I observed randomly.. she is not having any pain as of now.. but i see this as a suspicious and would like to know if this is any problem which can create any issue now or in any future..
could you please help me describing the issue and also how can we cure this problem.. what are the factors to take care ?
Thanks!!
The snapshot shows veins in the backside of the leg (Just above the knee on backside).. She is not taking any medicine and this I observed randomly.. she is not having any pain as of now.. but i see this as a suspicious and would like to know if this is any problem which can create any issue now or in any future..
could you please help me describing the issue and also how can we cure this problem.. what are the factors to take care ?
Thanks!!
Brief Answer:
Varicose veins
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
I have seen the uploaded pictures and I do understand your concern.
This are Varicose veins. It is more commonly seen in persons occupied with prolonged standing due to effects of gravity.
I would recommend to avoid standing for long hours, by doing so one can delay or even prevent progress of varicose veins.
Besides these, there are compression stockings available. You can see local doctor to get exact fitting compression stockings for her. Wearing these compression stockings prevents as well as treats symptoms of varicose veins if any.
Hope this helps. I'll be glad to address your further queries.
Take care
Varicose veins
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
I have seen the uploaded pictures and I do understand your concern.
This are Varicose veins. It is more commonly seen in persons occupied with prolonged standing due to effects of gravity.
I would recommend to avoid standing for long hours, by doing so one can delay or even prevent progress of varicose veins.
Besides these, there are compression stockings available. You can see local doctor to get exact fitting compression stockings for her. Wearing these compression stockings prevents as well as treats symptoms of varicose veins if any.
Hope this helps. I'll be glad to address your further queries.
Take care
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