Below are the 10 most common misconceptions we hear. Unfortunately, many people suffer needlessly for years because they believe the misconceptions.
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Common Misconceptions about Varicose Veins:
- If I don’t see any bulging veins on my legs, I don’t have varicose veins
- Varicose veins can be treated with creams or pills
- Varicose veins are only a cosmetic problem and not a medical problem
- There are no significant health problems that can occur as a result of varicose veins
- If I just keep my legs elevated at night, my varicose veins won’t get worse
- Only women can get varicose veins
- The only way to get rid of varicose veins is to have surgery
- I need my varicose veins for circulation, so I can’t get rid of them
- Only elderly people have spider veins or varicose veins
- Women should wait until they’re done having children before having their varicose veins treated