Veins aren’t typically meant to be seen. When legs in your vein are not only visible but popping out, it can be scary.

It’s not surprising that one of the most popular Google searches is “My leg veins are popping out.

Do I need to see a doctor” but, what’s causing your veins to pop out in the first place? This is caused by varicose veins.

What Exactly Are Varicose Veins?

These veins are the result of damaged valves in your veins. When your body needs to send blood back from your legs towards your heart, it has to fight gravity.

Usually, valves help with this process. But, if the valves are weak or damaged ,your blood accumulates and causes your veins to expand and appear as though they’re popping out. 

If My Leg Veins Are Popping Out, Do I Need to See a Doctor and How Soon?

If your symptoms are purely cosmetic you don’t necessarily need to see a doctor right away, but you should still get yourself on the doctor’s calendar.

However, if you are experiencing any type of pain, swelling, or heaviness in your legs, you should make an appointment to be seen sooner rather than later. 

How Are Varicose Veins Treated?

There are some things you can do at home to improve your circulation and blood flow. Compression stockings, regular exercise, and a heart healthy diet can do wonders to reduce symptoms. When eliminating varicose veins is the goal, procedures like laser ablation and, in some cases, sclerotherapy can be used to guide your blood to working veins. 

I can’t emphasize this enough, only a medical professional can truly diagnose varicose veins and getting seen earlier can help prevent your symptoms from getting worse.

Our amazing staff at the Vein Center of Maryland can help answer your questions and get you diagnosed. Call us today at 410-970-2314, or contact us online, so you no longer have to wonder, “My leg veins are popping out. Do I need to see a doctor?”