If he has varicose veins, it could simply be due to this. On the other hand, he could have a clotting disorder and would need to have a workup for this. This is often done by a hematologist and is a blood test.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Assuming that your husband does not have some underlying clotting disorder, most superficial blood clots are due to stagnant blood flow within the peripheral veins. The underlying etiology is usually due to the presence of vein disease. Varicose vein disease is a defect in the valves normally found within the lumen of a vein. When these valves are functioning, they allow the body to propel a person's venous blood back towards the heart. When they are dysfunctional like they are in vein disease, venous blood is allowed to become stagnant. Stagnant blood tends to clot. What your husband needs to do is have his vein issues evaluated and then treated. This will help to improve his blood flow and eliminate his clots.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

If he has saphenous reflux and varicose veins, he can be prone to superficial vein clots. He should wear a compression stocking (measured and professionally fitted) to close down these veins to reduce the incidence of these clots. He also may need to have blood clotting studies done to see if there is a clotting factor disorder. Compression, hydration, exercise, and taking an aspirin (81 mg or 325mg) can be helpful in reducing the incidence of these if he cannot seek medical evaluation at this time.

Published on Jul 11, 2012