Frequently asked questions on varicose veins 

You can also look for the answers to your questions in our vein dictionary for patients

• What are varicose veins?

• What are the different types of varicose veins?

• Are varicose veins common?

• Do men also get varicose veins?

• Are varicose veins a purely cosmetic problem?

• What causes varicose veins?

• Why do varicose veins occur more often during pregnancy?

• What are the symptoms of varicose veins?

• Is there anything I should not do if I have varicose veins?

• Is it bad to wear high heeled shoes?

• How can I prevent varicose veins?

• How can I get rid of varicose veins?

• Can I get rid of varicose veins forever?

• When do varicose veins have to be treated?

• Which doctor should I consult and what diagnostic investigations do I need?

• What treatment is covered by health insurance?

• What is sclerotherapy?

• What exactly happens during sclerotherapy?

• What is foam sclerotherapy?

• What is sclerosant foam?

• What is the difference between conventional sclerotherapy and foam sclerotherapy?

• What are the disadvantages of sclerotherapy?

• What are the advantages of sclerotherapy?

• What are the advantages of foam sclerotherapy?

• What type of varicose veins can be treated with foam sclerotherapy?

• Is foam sclerotherapy right for me?

• Are there any possible side effects of sclerotherapy?

• What do I have to do after treatment of my varicose veins?

• Are vein tablets useful for varicose veins?