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How can I prevent varicose veins and spider veins?

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How can I prevent varicose veins and spider veins?

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Genetics play a major role when it comes to varicose veins. Although you can't change your family tree, there are easy ways to minimize the risk of these unsightly veins, which vascular surgeon Steve Elias details.

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