In the majority of cases, there is no pain, but signs and symptoms of varicose veins may include:
- Twisted, swollen, and lumpy (bulging) vein
- Blue or dark purple colored veins
- Aching legs
- Sensations of heaviness usually after exercise or at night
- Longer bleeding than normal in case of any minor trauma
- Lipodermatosclerosis (hardening of the fat under the skin resulting in the skin shrinking)
- Ankle edema/ swollen ankles
- Shiny appearance of skin as compared to the normal limb
- Leg cramps
- Restless legs syndrome
- Irregular whitish patches on ankles (Atrophie Blanche)