Summer Sanders

I first noticed my varicose veins when I was pregnant with my second child, and I'd always thought that it was something that affected older, inactive people. I looked at my lifestyle and thought, 'I can't be a candidate for this.' Eventually, the pain became something I couldn't ignore.

American Athlete

Denise Austin

I know lots of women who have slim legs but refuse to wear skirts because of unsightly varicose or spider veins. Though heredity plays a role, your genes don't have to doom you to a life of long pants.

American Author

Marianne Williamson

When we are truly aware of our spiritual glory, a varicose vein or two is not that big a deal.

Marilyn Monroe

If I close my eyes and think of Hollywood, all I see is one big varicose vein.

American Actress

The term 'varicose' specifically relates to a medical issue involving veins, usually in the legs.

Medical Condition

'Varicose' describes the appearance of veins as they enlarge and become visible through the skin.

Visual Description

Though common in legs, 'varicose' can refer to any similar condition elsewhere in the body.

Varicose

Medical Condition

Visual Description

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