THE BEST OF SEASON 1: Varicose Veins & Venous Insufficiency
Mayo Clinic Talks
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What Is the Best Treatment for Varicose Veins?
The idea is that most of the symptoms of varicose veins occur when blood pools in your legs. By using compression hose, you keep that from happening. Worst chestnut would be the most common example of a drug. These are purported to work by causing the veins to constrict and mimic the effect of wearing an elastic stocking over the tongue. Over-the-counter stockings for some people can be very effective.
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