“However now I understand the risks of leaving them untreated, I can’t stress enough how important it is to get them sorted and to see a specialist in varicose veins to ensure your treatment is effective the first-time around.”
Professor Mark Whiteley added: “It’s common for younger people to think conditions such as varicose veins won’t impact them, but even healthy individuals under 30 can develop them. James is proof of that.
“Having a parent or grandparent with varicose veins, as James did, is a good indicator that you might also be at risk, so it’s important to be aware of the symptoms and seek advice from a specialist immediately if you have concerns.
“The consequences of leaving varicose veins untreated are life-altering; nobody should take their vein health for granted.”
