Condition

Varicose Veins

Swollen, twisted veins, usually in the legs, caused by weak valves inside the veins. They can ache, itch or cause leg heaviness.

Also called: bulging veins, enlarged leg veins, spider veins, vein insufficiency

Who Can Help with Varicose Veins?

Vein Specialists
A physician who treats varicose veins, spider veins and other vein problems, often with minimally invasive procedures.
Vascular Surgeons
A surgeon who treats diseases of the arteries and veins, such as blocked arteries, aneurysms and varicose veins.
Dermatologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats conditions of the skin, hair and nails, including acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer.
Interventional Radiologists
A radiologist who uses imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures, such as opening blocked blood vessels, placing catheters and treating tumors.

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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about varicose veins and what is right for you.