Who is more prone to varicose veins?

Dr Alex Vesey is our expert consultant vascular surgeon who heads up our varicose vein team at McKeown Medical. Here, he discusses who is more prone to varicose veins.

Published by Dr Alex Vesey

Date posted — 26.08.24

Certain groups of people are more prone to developing varicose veins.

The first risk factor is genetics. Individuals with a family history of varicose veins are at higher risk due to genetic predisposition.

The next risk factor is age. As people age, vein elasticity decreases, increasing the likelihood of varicose veins.

The next risk factor is gender. Women are more likely to develop varicose veins due to hormonal changes from pregnancy, menstruation, or menopause, which can weaken vein walls – although men also commonly suffer.

The last big risk factor is obesity. Excess weight puts additional pressure on veins, increasing the risk of varicose veins.

We offer a range of treatment options for varicose veins, including VenaSeal™ – the most up-to-date method of treating varicose veins that causes less pain and allows you to get back to normal almost immediately, without the hassle of wearing bandages or compression stockings.

Get in touch with our friendly team, and we’ll help you find the right varicose vein treatment.

Dr Alex Vesey

Our vascular surgery service is led by Dr Alex Vesey. Alex is a highly skilled vascular surgeon with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of vascular conditions. With a focus on minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Vesey is dedicated to providing patients with the most advanced and effective treatments for venous diseases, with a particular interest in the treatment of varicose veins.

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