Symptoms and Risk Factors

There are numerous symptoms and risk factors associated with vein disease.

Symptoms

 

 

 

  • Aching/Pain
  • Tiredness/Fatigue
  • Itching/Burning
  • Swelling/Edema
  • Cramps/Throbbing
  • Non-healing Wounds/Ulcers
  • Heaviness

 

 

 

Risk Factors

  • Age
  • Job where you are standing a lot
  • Prior history of a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, blood clot)
  • Family History of Vein Disease
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Acute Infection
  • Surgery
  • Cancer Therapy
  • Restricted Mobility
  • Estrogen Use, Oral Contraceptives
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBS)
  • Smoking
  • Obesity

 

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