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is lasik safe?

Yes, the LASIK surgery is a safe procedure to permanently correct eyesight. However, you may face some temporary side-effects such as dry or itchy eyes and glare in your eyes.

You should report any side effects of Lasik to your doctor immediately.There is a high Read more

does running make varicose veins worse?

Generally, running does not make varicose veins symptoms worse. However, low-impact exercises such as cycling and walking are generally better suited if you are facing varicose veins.

Exercises like running improve blood circulation and stimulate blood flow in your arms and legs. You can Read more

when to worry about varicose veins?

If you are facing varicose veins, you may not like the look of them. While they are generally not harmful or something for you to worry about, some people choose to have them removed.

For some people, varicose veins may be a warning sign of Read more

how to avoid varicose veins?

• To avoid varicose veins from developing in your body, you have to aspire to live a healthy lifestyle. It includes a healthy diet and low-impact exercises. ?
• Try not to wear tight clothes because it constricts the blood flow. 
• As per the study, smoking increases the risk Read more
  Edited 1236 days ago by Dr. Balakumar S

can varicose veins be cured with exercise?

No, varicose veins cannot be cured with exercise. It can only ease your symptoms. Regular exercise helps improve blood circulation in your legs. If you exercise regularly, it may help to manage the pain and swelling caused by varicose veins.

Walking is an effective exercise Read more

how to get rid of varicose veins?

You cannot get rid of varicose veins permanently. However, some of the ways to manage varicose veins are:

• Regular exercise helps in improving blood circulation in your legs. Exercise also helps in controlling blood pressure, which is another contributing factor to varicose veins.
• Compression stockings can help Read more
  Edited 1236 days ago by Dr. Balakumar S

how to prevent varicose veins?

To prevent varicose veins in your body, the following options can pose as viable options:

• Try to do plenty of exercises, like walking, jogging or running.
  
• Maintaining a healthy weight will also prevent varicose veins.You should avoid standing or sitting still for too long.
  
• Try not Read more
  Edited 1236 days ago by Dr. Rohit Madhurkar

how to cure varicose veins?

To manage varicose veins, you have several options, including some home remedies along with professional medical treatments. You can try out the ways mentioned below:

• Try exercising every day.
• Try to avoid prolonged standing or sitting.
• Losing weight can also help to manage varicose veins.
• Professional medical treatment options Read more
  Edited 1236 days ago by Dr. Rohit Madhurkar

are varicose veins dangerous?

Untreated varicose veins can be dangerous. Medical experts are not sure why the walls of your veins stretch or why their valves become faulty. In many cases, it occurs for no apparent reason.

However, some potential risk factors may include the following:-

• Blood clots (thrombophlebitis)-
• Minor bleeding Read more
  Edited 1236 days ago by Dr. Rohit Madhurkar

what are varicose veins?

Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that may often appear on your legs and feet. They occur whenever the valves in your veins do not work properly, and the blood does not flow effectively in one direction.

You can manage varicose veins by making some Read more