It can take years for varicose veins to develop symptoms. Left untreated, severe varicose veins can compromise the health of the skin and lead to eczema, inflammation or even ulceration of the lower leg. Ulcerations are difficult to treat and become easily infected and painful. Many of these symptoms and complications can be prevented by early treatment of varicose veins.
Common symptoms include pain, aching or cramping in the legs as well as:
- Tiredness
- Burning
- Tingling
- Restlessness
- Throbbing
- Heaviness in the legs
- Itching and burning around veins