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I am 50 years old, and patient of varicose veins and suffering from hands and leg veins. What is the reason ?
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Dr. Ambalal Patilyrs exp
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Hello , in healthy veins, the valves within veins stop the blood from remaining stagnant or flowing back, valves open and close so that the blood can only flow in one direction. If the valves are damaged or weakened, they may allow the blood to flow back and accumulate in the vein, making it varicose. Varicose simply means enlarged/ swollen. Tips for you:- use compression stockings, avoid long time standing/siting. Leg elevation.
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