Varicose veins often develop during pregnancy, due to increased blood flow and hormonal changes. Pregnancy vein changes may improve after childbirth some experience ongoing symptoms resulting in painful lumpy blue raised leg veins, visible thread veins (broken veins) and skin discolouration around the ankles.
Pelvic varicose veins may also develop appearing as large veins in the vagina, vulva, or in the buttock area. These often reduce after childbirth but may persist and continue to cause persistent symptoms of aching, discomfort and irritation. Many women are self-conscious about them, but effective treatment is available.
Varicose vein symptoms
- Visible veins and thread veins
- Raised bulging leg veins
- Swollen feet and ankles
- Aching, heavy legs
- Leg cramps
- Skin discolouration around the ankles
- Restless legs, especially at night
How can I alleviate my symptoms whilst pregnant?
Taking care of yourself to ensure a healthy pregnancy starts with recognising vein changes, early symptoms and managing your lifestyle to help prevent ongoing complications.
- Elevate your legs
- Excercise regularly and avoid prolonged sitting or standing
- Wear maternity support or compression tights
- Moisturise dry flaky skin
Can I plan treatment after childbirth?
A varicose vein consultation with Michael Gaunt will allow you to understand what treatments are available postpartum. He will perform a duplex ultrasound scan on your legs to determine the best procedure for you and personally answer any concerns you have.
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Specialising in minimally invasive varicose vein treatments, Michael Gaunt delivers the highest quality of award-winning patient care. Clinics in London and Cambridge provide walk-in, walk-out procedures including the following:
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Michael is one of the most experienced surgeons in the Endovenous Laser technique in the UK. He has also lectured and trained surgeons in the technique in Brazil, Madrid and Paris.
Get happy, healthy legs with expert tailored treatments at any of Michael Gaunt’s private clinics in Harley Street, London or Cambridge.
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