Having high veins in the feet, legs, hands and arms is an individual and normal physical trait, possibly caused by the fact that they are closer to the skin (superficial) or because of the poor fatness of the subcutaneous tissue in leaner or more muscular people. However, dilated veins in the legs can be varicose veins that tend to worsen by standing for long periods of time and during pregnancy. The symptoms of varicose veins can be: feeling of discomfort and weight in the legs and feet, swollen ankles, tingling, leg pains.
The use of elastic stockings, walking to improve circulation, avoid standing still for a long time and lying down or sitting raising legs above the level of the heart, whenever possible, can reduce the discomforts caused by varicose veins.
The vascular surgeon is the specialist to be consulted for the diagnosis and treatment of problems related to the veins and arteries.
