Can varicose veins hurt at the back of the ankle?

Varicose veins generally refer to varicose veins, varicose veins usually do not hurt at the back of the ankles, if the pain at the back of the ankles may be caused by thrombosed superficial phlebitis. The main symptoms of varicose veins are symptoms such as bulging greenish purple veins and increased volume of the scrotum on the affected side, and generally do not cause pain in the back of the ankle. The appearance of pain in the back of the ankle is usually due to the serious complications of varicose veins of the lower extremities in the later stages, and the appearance of thrombophlebitis, which leads to pain in the back of the ankle. Varicose veins should be treated actively when they appear, and some patients can return to normal life after treatment. If they are not treated in time, cirrhosis, local rupture and bleeding may occur, which seriously affects the quality of life and work of the patients. Patients with varicose veins should avoid too tight clothing and strenuous exercise in daily life, keep a positive mindset, and go to the hospital in time for consultation and regular review.