Varicose veins occur when valves inside the veins weaken, allowing blood to pool and causing veins to become enlarged and twisted. While they are more common in the legs, they can sometimes appear in other areas. They may cause aching, swelling, or heaviness.
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
This condition develops when veins struggle to return blood efficiently to the heart. Over time, it can lead to swelling, skin changes, and discomfort in the limbs.
Even in these cases, the issue is usually related to vein function rather than the heart itself.
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