Millions of people worldwide suffer from varicose veins. Usually, in the legs, they look like enlarged, twisted, blue or purple veins. Many people think of varicose veins as cosmetic, but they can also cause pain, swelling, fatigue, and discomfort.Modern medical advances have made varicose vein treatment safer, faster, and less painful than traditional surgery. Nowadays, minimally invasive procedures let patients get back to normal quickly.