India, Oct. 16 -- justify;">Health Charcha, the flagship health awareness podcast from HT Smartcast, issued in public interest by Medtronic, has released its latest episode titled "Varicose Veins: The Early Intervention Can Potentially Make a Difference ." Hosted by Karthik, the discussion features Dr. Vivek Ukride, an experienced vascular specialist, who sheds light on one of the most overlooked yet common conditions: varicose veins.

Varicose veins affect up to 25% of adults, yet many continue to underestimate their impact. While often dismissed as a cosmetic issue, experts warn that untreated varicose veins can progress to swelling, pain, ulcers, and even serious complications such as thrombosis. "Early diagnosis and intervention can m...