Do you feel that your legs are now discolored when they once were not? It may be due to spider veins. Spider veins are smaller veins that are found closer to the skin surface that leave a purple to red color on the skin that has a similar appearance to spider legs, hence their name. Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, in that they are veins that no longer work properly, leading to swelling and increased blood in the vein. Unlike varicose veins, spider veins usually do not cause symptoms of pain and are generally only a concern for their appearance.
