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Why Do We Get Varicose Veins?

H. Ray Rassai
Commonly asked questions for a Vein Doctor, Dr. H. Ray Rassai.
Dr. Ray Rassai is a highly distinguished vein doctor and also a founding member of the BASS Vein Center located in Walnut Creek.
Dr. Rassai practices general surgery with a special interest in minimally-invasive hernia procedures, gallbladder issues, thyroid, and parathyroid disease, colon cancer, and varicose veins.
Read his full bio here.
Video Transcript
The most common risk factors that lead to varicose veins and venous disease in general are genetics, obesity, a history of pregnancy, and occupations that require standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.