varicose veins

Any enlarged or bulging veins that may or may not be painful. Varicose veins typically occur in the legs but also include hemorrhoids.

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Learn More About Varicose Veins

Last Modified: July 22, 2010

Varicose veins are swollen, bulging and distorted veins. They're bluish green or colorless in appearance and they're often unsightly. They typically range from one to two millimeters (approximately 0.08… View Full Article

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