Summer brings with it barbecues, picnics, and plenty of sunshine. Looking to join the fun, you might slip on a pair of shorts or a long, flowy dress, only to discover small, web-like veins in the backs of your legs. Spider veins are increasingly common in older women due to differences in lifestyle, genetics, and hormones. Fortunately, they’re easy to identify and fix, so don’t throw away your summer outfits just yet.
What Are Spider Veins?
Spider veins are small, damaged veins under the skin. They often resemble tree branches or spider webs and appear on the legs. In rare cases, they can show up on the face. The veins are typically red or blue, but they don’t bulge out like varicose veins….