It started with vanity, as so many health sagas do. I’ve never had supermodel legs, but in my 30s and 40s, I started noticing thin, squiggly blue and purple veins mostly below my knees and around my ...

As a curious child, you might remember staring at an older relative's thick stockings at the blue, gnarled veins lying under the skin like bumpy snakes. Known as varicose veins, these blood vessels, ...

Laser treatment for spider veins is a minimally invasive procedure that involves dissolving the targeted vessels with a targeted beam of light. Following the procedure, it may be several weeks before ...

Varicose veins can be more than just a cosmetic concern—they often cause discomfort, pain, and sometimes lead to ...

For many, non-invasive treatments can be effective in managing varicose veins. These include lifestyle changes and preventative measures, such as incorporating regular exercise and elevating the legs.

These broken blood vessels can be unsightly, but they’re not a nuisance you have to live with. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Erica Sweeney Q: I’ve noticed some red, ...