varicose veins

Question 1

what are varicose veins secondary too

Answer 1

incompetent venous valves allowing blood flow back

Question 2

list 3 RFx for varicose veins

Answer 2

increasing age
female
pregnancy
obesity

Question 3

why is pregnancy a RFx for developing varicose veins

Answer 3

uterus causes compression of the pelvic veins

Question 4

what symptoms might a patient with varicose veins complain on

Answer 4

aching/throbbing

itching

Question 5

list 3 complications that can present with varicose veins

Answer 5

skins changes

bleeding

superficial thrombophlebitis

venous ulceration

Question 6

what are 3 skin changes that can occur in varicose veins

Answer 6

varicose eczema
hyperpigmentation s
hardened/tight skin
hypo pigmentation

Question 7

list 3 ways varicose veins can be managed conservativley

Answer 7

lose weight
leg elevation
regular exercise
compression stocking

Question 8

what conditions might indicate a referral to secondary care for varicose veins

Answer 8

problems with lower limb

previous bleeding from varicose veins

active/healed venous ulcers