Living with Varicose Veins This Summer
From intensified symptoms to leg-baring outfits that can increase self-consciousness, summer can be a tough season for people who suffer from varicose veins. Advice from our vein doctors can ease the difficulty of living with varicose veins in the warmer months: Stay Cool and Hydrated High heat and dehydration can lead to greater vein dilation, and this will lead to increased soreness and tenderness around varicose veins. Wearing lose, flowing, breathable clothing in the summertime can help keep you cool, and drinking plenty of water will help with hydration and circulation. Try Self-Tanner A quick fix to help diminish the appearance of varicose veins is to apply self-tanner. If your skin is darker overall, it can help to blend in the bluish, purplish color the varicose veins against the rest of your skin.