What you may notice
Symptoms can overlap with other conditions and vary between people.
- Visible enlarged veins
- Aching or heavy legs
- Ankle swelling
- Itching around affected veins
Understanding care
Clinical care may include vein assessment and discussion of symptom relief or procedures when appropriate. A qualified clinician decides which investigations and options fit the individual situation.
When to seek help
Seek review for worsening pain, skin wounds or bleeding. New one-sided swelling and tenderness needs urgent assessment; heavy bleeding or fainting requires emergency help.
For severe breathing difficulty, collapse, suspected stroke, or another emergency, call local emergency services immediately. In India, call 112.
Read the medical sources
These sources support the educational article and offer more detail.
Prepared from the linked sources. This summary has not had an independent clinician review. A qualified clinician can assess symptoms and explain which information applies to you.
