What Factors are Associated with Venous Insufficiency?
HEREDITY
If one parent has it, you have almost 50% chance of getting it. If both parents have it, you have more than 90% chance to have vein problems.
GENDER
Women are much more likely than men to suffer from vein disorders. Even women who have not been pregnant.
PREGNANCY
Women who have been pregnant are more likely to have vein problems than those who have not
ACTIVITY OR OCCUPATION
People who spend much of their day standing or sitting for prolonged times have more vein problems. Walking helps to empty veins, as does leg elevation.
OTHER
Other contributing factors include aging, obesity and injury
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