8 Signs that you may have TREATABLE cause of venous insufficiency
Lower extremity swelling/edema – This may worsen as the day progresses and improves by morning.
Leg fatigue, pain and heaviness – This worsens when you are on your feet and improves when the legs are elevated
Cramps or charley horse, especially at night
Flaking or itching skin on the legs
Skin discoloration or hard leathery skin, especially near the lower legs and ankles
Varicose veins (Tortuous veins on legs and thighs)
Multiple bouts of superficial thrombophlebitis (SVT) – This presents as a painful, red, and palpable cord that runs along the medial thigh or back of the leg. It is tender to the touch and generally treated with warm compresses, anti-inflammatory medications, and in some cases, blood thinning medication.