India, Oct. 3 -- Varicose veins are often dismissed as a cosmetic concern, but for many women, they are more than just unsightly veins - they signal underlying vascular issues that can affect comfort and mobility. Despite experiencing aching, heaviness, or throbbing in their legs, women frequently ignore these symptoms, focusing instead on appearance or daily responsibilities.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Pankaj Sharma - the director of the Department of General, Laparoscopic, Bariatric and Robotic surgery at Fortis Hospital Shalimar Bagh and the founder of Shalya Clinic in Rohini, New Delhi - explains why women are more prone to developing varicose veins. He outlines effective lifestyle measures and minimally invasive surgical ...