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How are Varicose Veins managed during pregnancy?
Varicose veins is a common condition where veins near the surface of the skin become swollen and enlarged and can often affect pregnant women. In this video, Professor Alun tells us that the key management option is to where compression hosiery however patients with superficial vein thrombosis or deep vein thrombosis should have a discussion with their healthcare provider.
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If you have straightforward varicose veins during pregnancy, there is no indication to take any medicines or have any injections. The key treatment option is to wear compression hosiery. However, if you have got varicose veins that have been complicated by a superficial vein thrombosis or you have had a deep vein thrombosis, then there will be a need for you to have a discussion about being on some form of anticoagulation and in pregnancy this will usually take the form of low molecular weight injections.
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