Varicose veins on the legs in women - the specter of the 21st century

Varicose veins in the lower part of the leg are a disease that strikes beautiful women four times more often than the strong half of humans. And if in the past the disease was considered "age-related", affecting most women after 50 years, then now phlebologists are talking with regrets about its rapidly growing "youth".

And the fear of doctors is quite understandable, as they are increasingly approached by women whose age is almost less than 30 years. Therefore, it is necessary to know what is the danger of varicose veins in the legs in women, what are the causes, symptoms, and what methods to get rid of the disease are currently known.

Alert to sound the alarm

Doctors have long shown general signs of varicose veins in the legs, after which detection is necessary, without further delay, to make an appointment with a vascular surgeon.

The following factors quickly highlight the appearance of varicose veins:

• Swelling in the legs and feet, especially in the evening, after a day of work. In the early stages of the disease, edema, in general, disappears completely after a restful night of rest, but if the disease has entered a chronic stage, these symptoms become the patient's companion at all times.
• Pain syndrome in the gastrocnemius region, a feeling of fullness, which does not release until the patient takes a "lying" position.

• Varicose veins on women's legs clearly ruin the appearance of beautiful legs. Often, the appearance on the surface of the skin, before the even and smooth red blood vessels, makes a beautiful woman immediately go to the doctor.
• In some places the calves, especially in the popliteal area, have prominent venous blood vessels, often tied, brightly colored. The color of the veins on the legs can range from dark blue to brownish purple.

If there is one or more unpleasant phenomena in you, then you should know that these are the symptoms of varicose veins on the legs, and making an appointment with a doctor is the most urgent need in this situation.

What can happen if you do not see a doctor on time

This disease is dangerous not only the deterioration of the appearance of slender women's legs. In addition to the fact that now you have to choose dark pants and tights, throw your favorite mini skirt on the back shelf of the closet, the following can happen:

1. If urgent measures are not taken to overcome blood stasis in the venous vessels in the legs, the next stage in the development of the disease is thrombophlebitis. This is because the blood, thickening on the defective veins, gradually forms a blood clot, which clogs the ducts. Entering the arteries of the heart or lungs, blood clots provoke death.
2. The appearance of dermatitis, and then - and trophic ulcers. The skin, on the surface where the diseased veins stand out, begins to darken, becoming thinner, firmer, resulting in unhealthy shine. Afterwards, thinning, such skin is susceptible to external injuries, and the inflammatory process begins not only in the veins, but also on the surface of the skin. This can result in trophic ulcers (not healing), which are open wounds and crying.
3. Venous vessels, when deformed and stretched, can only "come out", resulting in bleeding, which can be internal and external.
4. If boils and other skin lesions have formed, bacteria and pathogenic infections can easily enter the bloodstream. This can result in adverse effects in the form of gangrene and the need to amputate the affected limb.

Where do female varicose veins come from?

This unpleasant and difficult disease is more common in girls and women than in boys, and this is why.

• The cause of varicose veins in women is often rooted in dangerous offspring. If the grandmother, mother and sister suffer from venous insufficiency, then the risk of its occurrence in the younger generation is much higher than in those of female descent the disease does not exist.
• Professional factors. If based on your activities, you should spend a lot of time (these are sellers, teachers, surgeons), then blood stasis in the lower legs is a common occurrence. The same thing happens with those who work long hours sitting at a computer desk.
• Bad food. It is no secret that many women like to indulge in sweets, high-calorie pastries, spicy things like marinade, sauces and spicy spices. All of these items, if eaten regularly, cause the blood to thicken. As a result, blood flow is disrupted, congestion forms, and veins in the legs become deformed.
• Another factor in the appearance of varicose veins lies in the fact that a married woman, burdened with daily life, children and work, does not have time to devote time to her lover. Due to lack of time for the gym or just for physical exercise at home, the calf muscles lose tone, stopping to maintain normal pressure in the leg canals. Further, venous wall deformation occurs, and blood stagnation is short-lived.
• Changes in hormone levels. It can be climacteric syndrome and pregnancy. In the latter case, varicose veins can be provoked not only by hormones, but also by increased pressure on the legs, which makes it increasingly difficult to carry a growing stomach. In addition, the intensity of blood flow in pregnant women is doubled, and the venous tract may not be able to cope with such a strong load. Therefore, all women "in an attractive position", especially in the last trimester, require periodic preventive examinations by a phlebologist.
• Options for high heels in everyday life. While these shoes make women attractive in men’s eyes, they are very dangerous to the health of your feet! Persistent load on the lower leg is a sign of blood congestion and pathological deformation of the ducts in the calf area.

How can a woman's varicose veins be cured

The set of steps on how to treat varicose veins in the legs in women is usually as follows:

1. Stop the progression of the disease.
2. Elimination of disease symptoms.
3. Precautions.

Before treatment is prescribed, the phlebologist performs the necessary examinations and determines the stage of development of the disease.

If the disease is not too far away, as evidenced by the absence of blood clots and other serious consequences, then varicose veins can be cured.

Drug therapy

Usually prescribed for this disease:

• Ointments and gels that flatten the venous wall, strengthen it, and even normalize intravenous (venotonic) blood flow. In addition, horse chestnut-based products are very effective.
• Tablet preparation with blood thinning and anti-thrombotic action.
• Tablets that help eliminate and prevent inflammation in the veins. And also these funds help relieve pain.
• Anti-edema medication.

Hardware treatment

In addition, there is hardware therapy, which is also very effective in the treatment of varicose veins.

1. The device, invented by South Korean experts, helps tired feet, relieves pain and relieves swelling.
2. A device that helps restore damaged blood vessel structure and soft tissues in painful calf areas.
3. A device that normalizes venous circulation due to its vibrations.
4. A device with a complex effect that restores the tissue affected by varicose veins, relieves swelling, pain and inflammation.
5. A device that cures vein pain with a laser, speeds up blood flow and relieves pain in the veins.

Traditional methods

And there are also many folk remedies on how to treat varicose veins on women's legs. These are ointments, compresses, scrubs and various colors for oral administration.

• For example, you can create a color like that. Take 1 tablespoon calamus root, thyme, coltsfoot, string, birch buds. Put everything in a pot, pour 1 liter of boiling water there. Heat in a water bath for about half an hour. Then cool, drain and drink 1/2 cup before meals three times a day. The course of treatment is 1 month.
• Compresses for varicose veins based on fermented dairy products are also very good. You can just use kefir, or you can pour finely chopped leaves and bitter worm flowers into it (or into yogurt). After wrapping the compress on top with film and covered with a blanket, lie down for about half an hour. Then the feet should be rinsed and smeared with ointment for varicose veins, which is recommended by the doctor.

Radical Steps

In the final stages of varicose veins, the following are commonly practiced:

1. Minimum invasive treatment methods: laser and radio frequency correction, microflebectomy, sclerotherapy.
2. Classic surgery, when the diseased part of the vein (and sometimes the entire venous tract) is completely removed.

Precautions

Read them and try to pay attention to the advice that will help you beat varicose veins.

• Daily ration correction. All fatty foods rich in cholesterol, spicy marinade, salty, smoked meats, as well as strong tea, coffee and alcohol are prohibited.
• If a woman smokes, this will significantly complicate the treatment of varicose veins. Therefore, it is necessary to withdraw and leave the addiction.
• Wear tight correction and leg warmers. These are special underwear that must be worn by venous patients until intravenous pressure is normalized and the further development of venous defects stops. For the prevention of venous disease, clothing in class 1 is recommended, if the capillary net is already visible and the swelling becomes more pronounced, then you need to buy tight clothing from the 2nd compression class. And in the event of a significant vessel deformation, the 3rd compression class of such underwear is used.
• Revitalizing the fitness complex. There are many physical exercises recommended to combat varicose veins. This can run for short distances, lifting lower limbs, swinging legs.

In addition, yoga can be an excellent help only if its posture (asana) does not involve prolonged static tension of the calf muscles. For the same reason, team sports do not include: volleyball, soccer, basketball, weightlifting, sprinting.

Finally

For the development of venous disease to stop as soon as possible, you must adhere to these principles:

1. Set aside high-heeled shoes and buy high-quality, comfortable shoes made from natural materials.
2. Avoid baths, saunas and solariums.
3. Replace a strong sports load with a softer one, don’t forget to discuss exercises with your doctor.
4. If you do not exercise, then you need to unite and set aside half an hour a day to do therapeutic exercises.
5. Improve your diet by including as many vegetables, cereals and seafood as possible in your diet. For example, the secret of Japanese women, who are known for their youth and good health, lies precisely in the abundance of "seafood" and rice on the daily table.

All these measures are also very good as prevention of varicose veins for those who do not want to face this dangerous disease.

However, any disease is easier to predict and prevent than to deal with unpleasant manifestations. Love yourself! And healthy!