Varicose veins are a common disease characterized by an enlarged lumen of blood vessels, dysfunction of the valve apparatus, and the onset of reverse blood flow. The pathological process can be localized in different places, so there are several types of disease:
The causes of varicose veins are not yet clearly understood. It is understood that the disease is associated with thinning, weakness and loss of elasticity of the vascular wall, as well as disabled valves. As a result, the veins dilate unevenly, stretch, lengthen, twist, knot. It is believed that a genetic predisposition plays a crucial role in the onset of the disease, namely from birth, weak vessels and damaged valves.
There are a number of factors that contribute to the development of varicose veins, although they are not its causes:
You will have to fight varicose veins all your life. Do not treat yourself. It is necessary to be examined by a phlebologist or vascular surgeon who will diagnose, determine the stage of the disease and the severity of the lesion and prescribe the appropriate treatment. The main task is to eliminate or reduce clinical manifestations, stop the progression, prevent relapses and develop complications.
The effectiveness of treatment will depend on the patient's compliance with all physician recommendations. Importers it is important to seek help at an early stage, when there is still no pain, but evening edema, heaviness and fatigue of the legs, small spider veins on the skin have appeared.
Without changing your lifestyle, it is impossible to fight varicose veins effectively. The rules you have to follow are completely banal and disobeying them is usually accompanied by a lack of will or an irresponsible attitude towards one’s health.
Special stretch knitwear are available today in a huge variety. These are knee heights, socks, tights in different colors and densities, which practically do not differ from the usual ones. They have become a good alternative to the elastic bandage, unsuitable for use and from the outside aesthetic appearance.
Special sweater can not treat varicose veins, but improves microcirculation, reduces stress in the veins,
prevents blood from stagnation, reduces the diameter of blood vessels, increases the outflow of venous blood and lymph. A person feels relief in his legs, by evening he gets less tired, there is no swelling.
At first it will be difficult without the habit of putting on hand compression stockings. To simplify your task, you can buy a special device.
There are four classes of medical knitwear, depending on the pressure exerted. You can only wear first-class compression products, which are considered prophylactic and are more intended for healthy people. The rest should be prescribed by a doctor depending on the diagnosis and severity of varicose veins. You should be aware that compression products may be contraindicated for certain diseases. Pantyhose or socks are chosen by a doctor strictly according to size, otherwise the desired effect will not be.
For the treatment of varicose veins, tablets and external agents are used in the form of gels, creams and oils with different spectrum of action. They increase vascular tone, improve microcirculation, promote blood flow and prevent skin changes. Medications are designed to relieve fatigue, weight, discomfort, swelling, itching, cramps, and leg pain. Their appointment is strictly individual.
The main tools for treating varicose veins are venotonics. They are made on the basis of horse chestnut, routine, grape leaves and are almost always well tolerated by patients. Available in the form of tablets, capsules, gels.
Anticoagulants are used to reduce blood viscosity and reduce the likelihood of thrombophlebitis. These are oils with cooling additives in the form of menthol, camphor, eucalyptus. In addition to thinning the blood, they prevent the development of thrombophlebitis.
To get rid of varicose veins, operations are performed to remove the affected part of the vessel in order to stop the discharge of blood from the superficial to the deep vein. The operation is called a phlebectomy. In its classic form, it is used less and less today in connection with the emergence of new, less traumatic ways of treating varicose veins. Such treatment, as a rule, is indicated for large vein diameters and advanced cases of the disease.
A gentler method is microphlebectomy, in which a portion of a vein is removed in sections and not through an incision, but through a puncture.
Radiofrequency ablation is considered the safest and least traumatic method of treating varicose veins, although there are some contraindications. The method consists in the thermal effect of microwaves, as a result of which the venous lumen is closed. Key Benefits:
Laser coagulation is another method of treating varicose veins. During the procedure, a laser is applied to the vessel wall. Radiation leads to adhesion of the vein walls and complete closure of the lumen. It is performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia without incision. A catheter is inserted into the lumen of the vein, through which an LED is inserted and radiation is supplied. The procedure is less traumatic, complications are very rare.
This non-operational method is one of the most common. Used in small veins and as part of a complex treatment along with surgical intervention. The conclusion is that with the help of a thin needle, a special drug with a sclerosing effect is injected into a vein. As a result, the walls of the vessel stick together, close and stop the flow of blood. The affected vein becomes a fibrous cord. The main advantages of the method:
Put unripe chopped nuts in a glass jar and top with olive oil. Put in the sun for 40 days. Apply as needed, lubricating the affected area. Continue treatment for about four months.
Beat a cabbage leaf, put a layer of olive oil on one side, place this side on the affected area, bandage and leave for a day. Continue treatment for a month.
This is one of the most effective folk remedies. For the treatment of varicose veins, a tincture is prepared from the fruits of the plant, which must be crushed, half filled in a glass container (three liters) and filled with vodka. Remove to a dark place for a month, stirring occasionally. When ready, rub the sore spots overnight. Chestnut alcohol tincture for external and internal use with varicose veins can be purchased at the pharmacy.
When varicose veins appear, the question may arise as to whether it is possible to engage in physical education and sports and which exercises are beneficial. Most doctors agree that physical activity in such a disease is very important, as dynamics are beneficial to the veins and statics are detrimental. But it is equally important to consult your doctor about the types of sports you can do and what kind of loads will be optimal. In addition, the patient may be shown special medical gymnastics, which is performed directly at a medical institution. At home, you can also do simple but effective exercises that, with regular exercise, will help reduce the symptoms of varicose veins.