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Varicose veins
VARICOSE VEINS
Varicose veins — unsightly, often painful raised and knotted veins — usually occur in the legs and may lead to leg ulcers and blood clots. They are caused by the sluggish flow of blood combined with weak walls of veins and faulty valves.
You may be more likely to suffer from varicose veins if your family has a history of the problem, but it's particularly common in women who have had several pregnancies, or who spend a lot of time on their feet. Being overweight can make things worse.
Wearing elastic support hose can be a good preventive measure, and you should avoid tight clothing and tight shoes (massage sandals are great). Exercise is important in getting the blood moving, and bike riding is especially good. If you have to stand or sit for any length of time, try to move your legs and feet as much as possible, and avoid crossing your legs or ankles. Elevate your feet whenever you can.
If you do suffer from varicose veins, herbalists have some useful treatments — a decoction of shepherd's purse, taken regularly for up to three weeks, for example; yarrow tea (although you should avoid this if you're pregnant or think you might be); bayberry and chamomile tea. Externally, you could try marigold flowers and distilled witch hazel as a lotion; or cold compresses of calendula, golden seal or witch hazel. Make sure there is lots of fibre in your diet, and supplements of Vitamin E, calcium lactate, rutin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin C may be useful.
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