If you have purple veins on your legs, it means you are…

Most Common Causes of Purple Veins

Several main factors can contribute to their development:

• Genetics  – Heredity plays a key role. Certain genes that weaken blood vessel walls can be inherited and increase the risk.

• Sedentary lifestyle  – Sitting or standing for a long period of time reduces blood circulation, leads to blood retention and additional pressure on the veins.

• Overweight  – Excess weight puts pressure on the veins in your legs, weakening the valves and leading to problems over time.