Why We are Susceptible to Vein Conditions?

• Women are more likely affected by venous insufficiencies than men


• Heredity: individuals may be predisposed based on hereditary factors


• Aging/Menopause: hormonal changes during menopause and hormone replacement therapies can cause development of veins


• Pregnancy: increase of hormone levels and blood volume can cause veins to enlarge


• Obesity/Rapid Weight Gain: the additional weight that obese/overweight individuals must sustain puts increased pressure on the body, making it more difficult for veins to function effectively


• Lifestyle: higher risk results from hormone changes from taking a birth control pill, prolonged standing or sitting, sun exposure, leg injury.