Varicose Veins (cont.)

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Medical Author:

Shabir Bhimji, MD

Coauthor:

Amy Smookler, MD

Coauthor:

Mara Aloi, MD

Medical Editor:

Alan D Forker, MD

Medical Editor:

Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

Medical Editor:

Jonathan Adler, MD

Prevention

You cannot change your genes, but you can keep your weight under control, exercise, eat a healthy diet high in fiber, and try to stick to loose comfortable clothing when possible. If you are genetically destined to develop varicose veins, they may appear despite all your best efforts.

Ted stockings are the best nonsurgical treatment of varicose veins. They prevent skin breakdown and worsening of the varicosities. Most people have decreased swelling in their feet and less tiredness at the end of the day when using Ted stockings.

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