Contrary to popular belief, varicose veins can occur in people of all ages, not just seniors. People as young as 30 have been known to deal with varicose veins. As you age, your veins, like your skin, can lose some of their inherent elasticity, which can cause them to stretch. When this stretching occurs, the […]

Varicose veins are ropey and large, whereas spider veins are dilated small veins in the skin. When you think about these conditions, you make associate them with older adults. Are you too young for spider veins? Can you get varicose veins at any age? While it’s true that your risk of vascular leg pain increases […]

As people get older, it’s more likely to see varicose veins developing on their legs. The valves in peoples’ veins weaken as they age, letting the blood pool and encouraging the development of twisted and enlarged varicose veins. If you’re in your 50s and don’t want varicose veins, it’s vital to know the precautions you […]