Vein inflammation is unpleasant but harmless.

With advanced varicose veins in particular, even minor causes – such as a blow to the leg, prolonged periods of sitting or lying down, etc. – are often enough to trigger inflammation of the veins. Treatment consists of plenty of exercise. In addition, a tight bandage applied by a doctor, anti-inflammatory ointments and tablets and, in certain cases, the use of medication to thin the blood can help to alleviate the symptoms. If the pain is particularly severe, it can sometimes be useful to press out the stagnant blood with small stitches after the skin has been made insensitive, e.g. with ice spray. The discomfort then abruptly subsides.