Free Screenings For Varicose Veins

Free screenings for varicose veins, a common condition usually affecting veins in the leg, will be held by appointment from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 31 in the Outpatient Center at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

Appointments can be made by calling (501) 686-6176. Parking is available for a small fee in the Outpatient Parking Deck at the intersection of West Capitol Avenue and Jack Stephens Drive.

About 55 percent of American women and 45 percent of men suffer from some form of vein problem, such as varicose veins. Varicose veins are swollen, irregular shaped veins that often develop in the legs. They are caused by a weakening of the vein wall, which begins to swell. Age, gender, obesity and a job that requires a lot of standing can increase the risk of developing varicose veins.

Common symptoms include leg swelling, pain, leg heaviness, numbness or an itching rash. Treatments for varicose veins range from support stockings to surgical options.