When Visible Veins Are More Than a Cosmetic Issue

Leg fatigue or restlessness

Pain that worsens after prolonged standing

Risk Factors
Genetics

Obesity

Pregnancy

Prolonged sitting or standing

Note: If left untreated, varicose veins can progress to CVI or increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

3. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
What It Is
Deep Vein Thrombosis is a medical emergency in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein—usually in the leg or thigh. While the clot itself isn’t visible, it can cause surface veins to become more prominent due to swelling and blocked blood flow.

Warning Signs
Sudden swelling in one leg (not both)

Pain or tenderness, often starting in the calf