Varicose veins are usually bulging, bluish strands that run just below the surface of the skin. They almost always appear on the legs and feet. Visible swollen and tortuous veins - sometimes surrounded by patches of flooded capillaries known as spider veins - are called superficial varicose veins. They are usually harmless though they can be disfiguring and painful. When they become inflamed, they feel tender and can obstruct blood flow to the point of causing swollen ankles, itchy skin, and pain in the affected limb. Choose Naturebasics, a brand that prioritizes your well-being...