Varicose veins may be the result of ____.

A) excessive blood volume
B) thickened walls of veins
C) slow blood movement
D) damaged valves
E) excessive exercise

Varicose Veins

Enlarged, swollen, and twisting veins, often appearing blue or dark purple, resulting from faulty valves in the veins.

Damaged Valves

Defective heart valves that fail to open or close properly, affecting the blood flow through the heart and potentially leading to heart disease.

Slow Blood Movement

The reduced rate of blood flow through vessels, which can affect oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues.