Diseases

Varicose Nevus

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Varicose nevus are veins that have become enlarged and twisted. The term commonly refers to the veins on the leg, although varicose nevus can occur elsewhere. Veins have pairs of leaflet valves to prevent blood from flowing backwards (retrograde flow or venous reflux).

SYMPTOMS

Many patients with varicose veins complain of pain, described as an aching orcramping in the legs. Other common symptoms include tiredness, restlessness,burning, throbbing, tingling, or heaviness in the legs. Pain caused by varicose veins is usually relieved by elevating the legs or by wearing support hose.

CAUSES

Aging may cause the valves in your blood vessels to weaken. Hormonal changes: going through puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, as well as taking hormonal contraceptives, may lead to spider nevi. Sun exposure: being in the sun, especially if you are fair-skinned, cancause spider nevi to form on your face.