If you have bleeding varicose veins, this means that the backward flow of blood into the veins of your legs caused by untreated venous insufficiency is causing high pressure in the superficial veins of your leg.
Over time and without proper treatment, your veins and skin begin to weaken, and when you receive even the slightest wound or trauma to your leg, your vein(s) may begin to bleed much more than they usually would in a healthy state. If you experience sudden bleeding, elevate your legs and apply pressure to the wound as soon as possible, and if severe, seek medical attention. Your skin may become even weaker and more sensitive after bathing in warm water because your veins will be dilated and closer to the surface of the skin, so be sure to follow the proper care instructions to stop any bleeding that may occur.
Without intervention, vein disease progresses, and spontaneous bleeding serves as a serious indicator of underlying issues. If you've experienced such bleeding, contact us promptly at 615.716.VEIN to schedule an appointment with Dr. Reynolds.
