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Varicose vein treatment



Alternative names:
treatment for varicose veins

Information:

Question:
How do you get rid of varicose veins?

Answer:
Heredity plays a major role in determining whether you will get varicose veins. Some preventive measures include the following: exercise to strengthen the muscles that support the veins, wear support panty hose (especially during pregnancy), and avoid standing up all day. Surgical measures can be taken. See varicose vein surgery and varicose veins.

Picture:
P0680.pctVaricose veins - in the legs



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