Stage 3: Swelling of ankles and legs
When there is no proper healing of varicose veins, the third stage of vein disease comes when the ankles and legs start swelling. Due to the poor circulation of blood in the veins, the dilating veins start inflaming. Stage three of vein disease indicates the advancement of damage to the valves and veins and causes serious consequences for the patient. The swelling of ankles and legs severely impair the quality of life of the patient.
Some symptoms of stage 3 vein disease:
Tightness in ankles and calves
Difficult in walking
Itchy legs
The leathery appearance of the skin
Leg ulcers
Muscular spasms
Numbness near the varicose veins
Restless leg syndrome
Some causes of stage 3 vein disease:
Heart disease
Smoking
Poor diet
Lack of exercise
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)
High blood pressure
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)