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  1.                            Varicose Veins
  2. SYMPTOMS. Signs may include swollen veins, distended and knotted veins, leg
  3. fatigue and leg soreness.
  4. CAUSES. Prolonged standing or sitting (without movement), constipation and
  5. straining at stool and back pressures may cause sluggish blood flow or
  6. defective valves in the veins.
  7. TREATMENT. Surgery may be required.
  8. .Bathing the legs in warm water may aid the blood flow.
  9. .Elastic stocking may be helpful. Consulting a nutritionist may be helpful.