India, Sept. 30 -- What many overlook is that varicose veins are not just unsightly lines under the skin-they are signs of a deeper vascular problem. Left untreated, varicose veins can progress to:

* Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI): Long-term pooling of blood damages tissues.* Leg ulcers: Painful wounds near the ankles that are slow to heal.* Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Life-threatening blood clots in deeper veins.* Skin thickening and discolouration: Due to prolonged poor circulation.* Sudden bleeding: Fragile veins may rupture unexpectedly.

For patients, these complications mean discomfort, disability, and in extreme cases, medical emergencies. Early diagnosis and treatment are therefore critical-not just for cosmetic reasons, but ...