<p>Varicose veins cause a great deal of morbidity in our population today. &nbsp;They are part of the penalty we pay for the adoption of the erect &nbsp;posture. They affect 10–20% of population in the Western world but in &nbsp;India, it is 5%. Varicose veins do not threaten life and are seldom &nbsp;disabling, but they cause a considerable demand on medical care. They &nbsp;are the cause of morbidity and loss of precious work hours and a &nbsp;significant financial burden on the health-care system.</p>

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What is difference between varicose veins & spider veins ?

DEC 9, 20200 MIN
Apollo Radio

What is difference between varicose veins & spider veins ?

DEC 9, 20200 MIN

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<p>Varicose veins cause a great deal of morbidity in our population today. &nbsp;They are part of the penalty we pay for the adoption of the erect &nbsp;posture. They affect 10–20% of population in the Western world but in &nbsp;India, it is 5%. Varicose veins do not threaten life and are seldom &nbsp;disabling, but they cause a considerable demand on medical care. They &nbsp;are the cause of morbidity and loss of precious work hours and a &nbsp;significant financial burden on the health-care system.</p>