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Varicose veins are a common problem, which can cause unpleasant symptoms of aching legs, skin discolouration and leg ulcers. Expert vascular surgeon Ms Sophie Renton tells the true story of one of her cases to show us how to treat persistent varicose veins.
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What are varicose veins? A guide to swollen veins
Swollen, twisted veins can crop up on our legs at any time of life, but particularly as we get older. These varicose veins can lead to a number of other problems. What causes varicose veins and what happens once you have them? Esteemed vascular surgeon Ms Sophie Renton is here with answers.
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