Pregnancy is a time of wonder and excitement, but it can also come with a few less glamorous side effects! One common issue that many expectant mothers experience is varicose veins. These bulging, often blue or purple veins appear on the legs, and while they might be harmless, they can cause discomfort and be quite upsetting. Knowing what varicose veins are and how to manage them can help you navigate this aspect of pregnancy with ease and more kindness towards your body! Let’s take a look.
WHAT ARE VARICOSE VEINS?
Varicose veins are swollen veins that often appear on your legs. During pregnancy, your body undergoes many significant changes to support your growing baby, including an increase in blood volume. This extra blood is necessary to nourish your little one, but it also puts additional pressure on your veins. Your expanding uterus can also press on the large vein on the right side of your body (the inferior vena cava), which has the effect of raising the pressure in your leg veins. Hormonal changes, particularly the rise in progesterone, also relax the walls of your blood vessels, making it easier for veins to stretch.
WHY DO THEY HAPPEN IN PREGNANCY?
This story is from the October 2024 edition of Mother, Baby & Child.
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