“Walking, swimming and yoga are great for your veins because they keep the blood moving,” he explained. “If you sit or stand ...

In some cases, the varicose veins may resolve after the pregnancy. However, they may sometimes remain visible. In some cases, varicose veins may not be severe enough to require treatment.

While varicose veins can sometimes seem like a cosmetic concern, they signal underlying issues with blood flow.

Varicose veins can occur anywhere in the body, but are more commonly found on the legs. Hemorrhoids, a type of varicose vein, can appear during pregnancy around the anus or in the vagina. Spider veins ...

As a rule, varicose veins are more unpleasant and ugly than dangerous. During pregnancy, Weiss says the increased blood volume the mother is circulating for herself and her fetus can make veins bulge.