Contributing Factors

Family history of venous issues. 

Sitting or standing for long periods of time. 

Obesity.​​

Gender.

• Women often deal with venous insufficiency and varicose veins more than men which is believed to be related to the hormone progesterone.

Inactivity.

Smoking. 

• Smoking can damage the lining of the veins causing weakness​.

Pregnancy.

• During pregnancy, there is an influx of blood which can put strain on the veins.

Age over 50.

• With age, the vein walls can weaken and stretch.