When to Treat

First of all, we would like to emphasize that you should not panic, as varicose veins are very common. Many treatment methods have been developed to improve your quality of life. Ultimately, varicose veins are not a serious health problem. Varicose veins can be treated at home under doctor's supervision. The most significant aids in these situations are exercise, elevating the legs, and using compression stockings.

• If your feet suddenly swell or start to ache,

There may be a blood clot in the deep veins. It's important to pay attention to such a condition.

• If bleeding starts in the area where varicose veins are present or if it has been injured,

Because the skin surrounding the varicose vein is very thin and delicate, bleeding can be severe. In such a situation, elevate your foot to a higher level to support blood circulation and apply pressure directly to the vein until the bleeding stops.

• If you notice a tender lump in your leg,

It could be caused by clotting or inflammation in the vein. This is usually not dangerous but requires treatment.

• If you have open wounds (ulcers) on your leg,

Diagnosis: If you have varicose veins, both the varicose veins and any complications can be diagnosed and monitored by internal medicine doctors, cardiovascular surgeons, family physicians, and even general practitioners.

Treatment: During the treatment process, specialized surgeons (usually cardiovascular surgeons), dermatologists, and doctors who have received specialized training in varicose vein surgery or sclerotherapy are involved.