MCQ IN MEDICINE

MEDICINE MCQ

CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
abnormally swollen veins in the legs are known as..
A
angina
B
varicose veins
C
phlebitis
D
thrombosis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Varicose veins are swollen blood vessels that appear just under your skin’s surface in your lower body. When your vein walls are weak and your valves aren’t working right, blood backs up in your vein. This causes the blue and purple bulges you see on your legs, feet or ankles.

Detailed explanation-2: -Varicose veins, also known as varicoses, are a medical condition in which superficial veins become enlarged and twisted. These veins typically develop in the legs, just under the skin. Varicose veins usually cause few symptoms.

Detailed explanation-3: -Varicose veins are caused by blood pooling in the veins. This makes them bulge out. Varicose veins most often occur in the legs, but they can appear other places too. The veins farthest from your heart have the toughest job.

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