Is it essential to have varicose veins removed or can they be left if unpainful?

If they're not causing pain then they can be left without problem. xx

You dont have to have them removed.
No it's not essential. I had mine stripped, injected etc and they've come back. Having said that they were so unsightly I'm glad I got rid of them in my late 20's. I wouldn't bother in my late 40's though!
People only have them removed for cosmetic reasons, there is no real medical reason to have them removed.
I've had a couple on my leg since my teens. They've never caused any problems so I've left them alone. I've no plans to get them removed at any time.
no need to move unless you're vain
It is not essential to have them removed.I have varicose veins and am waiting to get them removed because my doctor explained that as you get older your skin gets thiner and if your varicose veins get itchy as you are scratching them you can tear the skin which can result in painful ulcers in the area. my legs get very painful but if your veins are not troublesome i would leave them alone.