Over a period of time the veins in my leg had become increasingly unsightly and by the end of the day would be itchy and painful… They contributed to me generally feeling less confident about my appearance. I have always loved being outdoors, taking holidays abroad, walking and swimming. In my mind the veins started to worry me and erode my personal confidence. In warm weather I no longer wore shorts and hated wearing a swimsuit. On long flights my leg would ache having to sit for so long. The consultation at the clinic gave me optimism as to how my veins could be treated and the potential results. On the day of the surgery I felt a little anxious but I need not have worried as the team soon put me at ease. The surgery was not painful and I was very well cared for in very relaxing surroundings. Having the veins removed has changed me immensely: I am no longer worried or in pain, I have my confidence back and I enjoy again the freedom of wearing what ever I want. I know if I had not had the surgery done it would only have worsened.