Varicose veins are a relatively common disease, especially in women where lower leg vein work is interrupted.This is due to the fact that the vein valve suffers - this is a shutter that controls the flow of blood from the feet.Usually, the valve should be closed and open depending on the blood flow.
With varicose veins, they barely cover, as blood stagnation develops in the lower leg.Naturally, large amounts of blood accumulated in the veins lead to their wall stretching, decreased elasticity, and sometimes damage.Therefore, with the development of the process, the manifestation of characteristics arises on the skin.
Initially, this was just a vascular net, star -star, then a blue and pink yarn tubercles appeared, the feet became swollen, the skin began to peel, a constant pain in the lower leg.Therefore, it is very important to recognize the disease in the early stages and start treatment on time.
The cause of the development of a disease
Varicosis can develop under the influence of many factors from the outside.Of course, it all depends on one's lifestyle.However, there are several risk factors of predisposition that increase the likelihood of varicose veins.
Such factors are hereditary tendencies, affected hormone balance, nervous system disease, inactive lifestyle, physical load, flat feet, high shoes.
Descent tendency.Unfortunately, if close relatives suffer from the disease, then there is a probability that it is sent to you, so often due to weakness of connective tissue or defect in the vein.In this case, it is important to remember the prevention of varicose veins.
Hormone imbalance.Persistent changes in hormone levels are the most existing in women, and therefore, statistically, they are more vulnerable to varicose veins.Similar changes are observed throughout the menstrual cycle, during pregnancy and during menopause.The use of hormone drugs (for example, contraceptives) also affects.Female hormones significantly affect the elasticity of the blood vessels.
Nervous system disease, frequent stress, depression.It is known that it is a nervous system that controls the tone of the vein.Therefore, any pathology associated with it can affect the condition of the veins;
The process of inflammation in the pelvis.They often interfere with women's floors.Because of them, hormone levels can be significantly disrupted.
An inactive lifestyle.Due to long term sitting at the computer, for example, the veins are cooked, the flow of blood is disturbed from them.Due to blood stagnation, the vascular wall is stretched and thin.To date, although "computer varicose veins" are distinguished, they are often found.
Physical load.Excessive physical activity also does not affect any good on the ship.Lifting weight, walking continues to increase the load on the feet and, thus, on the veins.
Flat feet.One way or another, this is the deformation of the foot, and it also has a certain effect on the vessels at the bottom.
Constitution.Open people and especially with high growth are very exposed to varicose veins in the future.
Wearing high heels-once again, it is dangerous for women, because when walking on high heels and uncomfortable, the burden on lower limbs increases very well.
Clinical manifestations of varicose veins
Symptoms of the disease appear gradually, but they develop well, especially if there is no proper treatment.It all begins with the appearance of small vascular nets and stars on the feet, adjusted telangiectasias.They do not cause much discomfort, but already with this manifestation it is necessary to seek a doctor's consultation.
In the future, swelling in the feet that appear after walking and most often in the evening begins to disturb.By the morning they passed by themselves.This is the first signal that the function of the veins that restore blood to the heart is affected.
Over time, patients began to complain about seizures in the feet, their numbness, especially at night and morning.If the treatment does not start at this stage, then the vein nodules will appear on the skin, the veins will appear, the redness or closer to the red, they will hurt the palpation.The skin on the lower leg will begin to change gradually.It will be dense to the touch, dry, will begin to peel and dark.During walking, severe muscles will be disrupted.
In place of the appearance of venous nodes, severe itching will be felt.The voluntary contraction of the calf muscles at night may also occur.
Diagnosis and complications of varicose veins
Diagnosis of disease is required as early as possible.But it all depends on the patient to go to the hospital.
In diagnosis, they are based on complaints, external manifestations of the feet, the patient's lifestyle, bad habits, body, presence of varicose veins in parents, relatives, sisters.
To confirm the diagnosis, additional instrumental examination methods are prescribed.
Such a method is:
- Ultrasound examination (ultrasound) - it is also known as lower leg dopplerography.It allows you to evaluate the structure of the veins, their country's cross-country capacity, speed and blood flow, the presence of thrombotic formations, blood vessel development, the presence of any tumor.
- Contrast venography, or phlebography - it is carried out by introducing contrast to the ship.Its distribution indicates vein patency, wall condition, presence of volumetric formation in vascular gaps.
Ultrasound is considered preferred, as this is an inexperienced method of research.
In the absence of adequate treatment, varicose veins can turn into several complications.
These include:
- thrombophlebitis - expanded and defective vein inflammation;
- bleeding due to the rupture of the vascular wall;
- Changes in blood rheological properties, leading to the formation of blood clots, this, in turn, can cause pulmonary artery thromboembolism, myocardial infarction and stroke;
- Excessive skin pigmentation.
Trophilic ulcer-they can appear from slight wounds or damage to the skin due to the ever-affected blood flow.As a result, the ulcer does not heal for a very long time, they are painful and smells unpleasant.
All of this worsens the quality of life of the patient and can even make them disabled.
The basic method for the treatment of varicose veins
Unfortunately, varicose veins are a chronic disease, and there is no way to fully cure.However, the drug found that the funds at least prevent the development of the disease.
The treatment directly depends on the level of varicose veins.If this is just an early manifestation, then you can do it without surgical intervention, that is, just a conservative method.
Drugs -these include drug tone (venotonic), anti -inflammatory drugs to prevent blood clots, non -ssteroid (painkillers), angioprotectors, as well as all kinds of creams, ointments and gels for the skin.
Compression method - they provide the use of compression socks, wearing wraps from elastic bandages to maintain tone.
Pneumatic massage is a special massage that is carried out using pneumatic massager.This is very effective, as it improves blood circulation, nutrition, and improves blood vessels.
Sclerotherapy is already an extreme method.It is carried out without manipulation operating.For sclerosis, that is, vessel subsidies, special materials are injected into it, which stops blood flow in the vessel, as a result it becomes atrophi over time, does not function and disappears.However, some sclerotherapy sessions may be needed to achieve the desired effect.
Intravascular laser freezing has become an invasive treatment method.At the same time, with the help of laser, surgeon disinfects damaged veins under local anesthesia.
Leech is a relatively outdated method, but still effective.He belongs to people's medicine.When using leech, bite the skin and, when sucking, is released into a blood called girudin.It dilutes the blood and does not allow blood clotting.
Diet -in the diet of patients suffering from varicose veins, there should be a large number of vegetables and fruits in any form, seafood, legumes, nuts, meat types and low dairy products.
Among non -traditional methods of treatment, compressing from apple vinegar, soap and potatoes, soda lotions and baths, and the use of ginseng tinctures are given priority.
The basis of varicose prevention
Many people are wondering -is it possible to cure varicose veins in the end?The answer is not.However, certain precautions can be observed to prevent the occurrence of the disease.
In particular, this is an active lifestyle, eliminating additional pounds, continuous gymnastics for lower legs, compression linen use.
If the disease has arisen, then the use of hormone contraceptives must be avoided (they contain female hormones that can worsen the disease).
In addition, it should be avoided:
- The use of any shoes on the heel, as this increases the load on the feet.
- Increase weight and, more so, obesity.
- The presence of fat, sharp, fried, smoked and salty diets.
- Lift heavy.
- Long lies in a hot bath.
- Visit baths and sauna.
- Alcohol abuse, smoking.
- Self without consulting a doctor.
In addition, those who need to be sitting or standing for a long time should take into account that:
- While staying in the feet, it will not hurt to climb to the socks and fall to the heel, move to the feet and seriously move your fingers to disperse accumulated blood;
- With prolonged work in the office in front of the computer, you can periodically place your feet on the table, so that the blood will flow better from the feet;
- You can buy a special knife where it will be very easy to do any gymnastics;
- It is very useful to raise and lower your fingers regularly, this tone of calf muscles and activates blood flow to the veins.
Make sure you wake up every hour, walk for a few minutes and make a small charge.