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Recent Examples on the Web Apple cider vinegar could be an acceptable complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to improve the quality of life for patients with varicose veins.3 Antifungal Properties Scientific research supporting claims that apple cider vinegar contains antifungal properties remains lacking. Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 24 May 2024 Physicians can prescribe specific levels of compression to treat certain conditions such as varicose veins, spider veins or poor circulation. Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 10 Oct. 2022 Her pregnancies also gave her a varicose vein that runs down her right knee and a smaller one on her left side. Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2022 Studies have shown that sulphurous mineral water can have promising therapeutic benefits, particularly in people with circulation difficulties ranging from varicose veins to stroke. Doctor Fix-It, The Denver Post, 14 July 2020 According to the Allure Medical website, the location offers varicose vein treatment, hormone replacement therapy, dermatology, stem cell therapy, cosmetics and weight loss services. Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 23 Apr. 2020 Standing for extended periods of time also increases the risks of varicose veins. Alan Hedge, Time, 15 Apr. 2020 Meet Emma: She's got dead eyes, varicose veins, and a real Hunchback of Notre Dame thing going on. Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 1 Nov. 2019 But back to the case study: It should be noted that bleeding from varicose veins is not overly common, Dr. Haurani says. Health.com, 4 Sep. 2019

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