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Varicose veins & venous insufficiency
Varicose veins and venous insufficiency are among the most common reasons for a vascular surgery consultation. They appear when the valves in the leg veins close poorly and blood struggles to return to the heart, causing tired, heavy, swollen legs and, over time, visible varicose veins.
In this section we bring together articles that explain everyday symptoms to help you recognise when an assessment is worthwhile. If you are looking for treatment, you will find the details on the varicose veins and venous insufficiency page.
Phlebology Clinics: What They Are & How to Choose
What a phlebology clinic is, which varicose vein treatments it offers and how to choose a vascular specialist in Madrid with sound judgement.
Tired, Heavy Legs: Why It Happens and What to Do
Tired, heavy legs are often the first sign of venous insufficiency. Why it happens, when to worry, and what the vascular specialist can do.
Leg Swelling: Why It Happens and When to Worry
Leg swelling is usually venous, but not always. When it's normal, when it's a warning sign, and what to do, explained by a vascular surgeon.
Nighttime leg cramps: why they happen and what to do
Nighttime leg cramps are usually benign, but sometimes linked to poor circulation. Causes, prevention, and when to see a doctor.