There is no relationship that I am aware of between varicose veins and birth control pills.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Pregnancy is the main cause of varicose veins. The contraceptive pills helps prevent this condition.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Typically, varicose veins are an inherited condition. If you have a family history of vein problems, then you may start to see changes while on birth control medication. These hormones cause a dilation of veins as hormones do in pregnancy. You cannot prevent it if it is going to happen, but you can slow the process with medical-grade measured and fitted compression stockings. Birth control pills also come with an increased risk of blood clots.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

You really cannot prevent varicose veins. Vein disease is generally considered an inherited disorder. Taking an oral contraceptive really does not impact a person's vein issues significantly. Even the use of compression stockings have never been shown to prevent vein issues. They only provide symptomatic improvement in those who already suffer from vein issues.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Varicose veins cannot be prevented. However, treatment includes wearing compression stockings, and sclerotherapy, stab phlebectomy, or possibly venous ablation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

There is no real way to stop new varicose veins. Yet, it has been shown that micronised flavonoids may lead to the development of fewer veins. These are medications like Vasculera and Daflon 500.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

The most common reasons to develop varicose veins are genetics and pregnancies. Hormonal changes can affect one's ability to develop varicose veins, but this is not as important as the other two. Staying physically fit, keeping the weight down, and wearing support hose when feasible will help to reduce the chances of developing a vein problem.

Published on Jul 11, 2012