Varicose veins are a rather dangerous disease that scares many girls. With this disease, the veins in the legs often enlarge, it becomes visible from the outside, which greatly spoils the aesthetic appearance. At the same time, the danger is not limited to appearance, because the disease can have serious consequences, therefore, an appeal to a doctor should be made immediately after the first signs of varicose veins on the legs of women. When dealing at an early stage, it is possible to eliminate the disease without resorting to surgical intervention; when severity worsens, the likelihood of treatment with conservative therapy is reduced.
Causes of the development of varicose veins
Varicose veins are considered to be a disease that occurs when there is a genetic predisposition to it, as well as external stimuli due to improper lifestyle or heavy stress.The factors influencing the onset of the disease are multi-faceted, therefore, 3 types of possible causes are conditionally distinguished. The first, the most common, is a genetic change localized in the vessel, the possible cause: thin walls, insufficient valves, or weakness. Second, hereditary factors, in people whose parents suffer from similar diseases, the risk of its occurrence is much higher. The third reason is quite large - negative effects from the outside, but often joins the other factors listed.
The following external causes can give rise to the first signs of varicose veins in women:
- Prolonged stay in a standing or sitting position;
- The patient lives a measured life without physical effort;
- Bad habits, the most dangerous of which are smoking and drugs, but alcohol is not inferior to the negative effects;
- Pathology in valve function;
- Various diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- Wrong diet;
- Negative effects of the environment;
- Obesity, overweight is one of the most dangerous factors for the development of varicose veins;
- Mechanical injuries to the feet;
- Wearing uncomfortable clothing that presses on blood vessels, such as high heels;
- Chronic constipation.
The main signs of varicose veins on the legs can be observed in people of different ages, but most often they are women over 40 years of age. Each year, a statistical minimum is set for the occurrence of varicose veins in young people. Even under the age of 20, symptoms may appear. At the same time, 70% of cases of varicose veins are recorded in women. To avoid unwanted consequences, you need to see a phlebologist who will diagnose and prescribe treatment.
Preparation for external use
Varicose vein creams and ointments are available in various forms depending on the brand.They act on the veins in the legs and relieve swelling, relieve pain, relieve heavy leg syndrome, flatten vessel walls, and dilute blood.Although there are some positive points, it should be noted that it is difficult to achieve full recovery with the help of medications, because the expansion of its walls is irreversible.
Often, the treatment of leg varicose veins in women begins or is complemented by creams:
- Phlebotonics - their main effect is to increase the tone of the membranes, which helps prevent further varicose veins. At the same time, it is possible to get rid of edema, burning sensation, cramps, especially at night;
- Anticoagulants (blood -thinning drugs) - the purpose of the drug is to improve the parameters of blood fluid, which prevents the formation of blood clots in dilated veins and increases blood flow upwards. Should be prescribed for thrombophlebitis. In addition, they reduce the intensity of edema in the legs and stimulate blood circulation;
- Anti-inflammatory. These include non -steroidal medications that can help reduce the inflammatory response.
Treatment with ointments as the main therapy is prescribed in the early stages of the disease, then preventing further development is the main task. At a later stage, it serves as an integral part of complex therapy or accelerates recovery.
Drug therapy
More often than other methods, drugs are used, because they act in a complex way and participate in almost all stages of treatment of the disease.If there are signs of varicose veins on the legs, in most cases various medical methods are prescribed, only rare exceptions that can lead to surgical intervention.
A large number of drugs have their own characteristics of use, dosage and side effects, so the drug itself is not recommended, you should consult a specialist.
Before treating varicose veins on the legs in women, it is necessary to undergo an examination to determine which method of treatment is most acceptable and to identify the cause of the disease.These drugs are conventionally divided into 3 categories: normalize blood flow, prevent the risk of complications and relieve symptoms.To eliminate the symptoms of varicose veins of the legs in women qualitatively and achieve a reversal of the disease, the drug should be used in a complex way. There are such groups of drugs:
- Anticoagulants help dilute the blood;
- Phlebotonics improves vessel wall quality;
- Angioprotectors prevent negative effects and reduce vascular permeability;
- Antioxidants help eliminate oxidative reactions;
- Corticosteroids, antispasmodics, anti-inflammatory drugs help relieve pain, swelling and inflammation;
- Vitamins and minerals, immunomodulators contribute to the regeneration of the body's properties to resist the development of pathology.
Dosage and choice of medication should be made by a physician. Often, drugs are used sparingly from different groups to give complex effects.
Anticoagulants are indicated for use only if there is a risk of blood clots, ie with an increase in blood density. Antioxidants are prescribed especially at risk of complications. Vitamin complexes are indicated for everyone, but should be selected individually based on diagnostic data.
Varicose veins are called a disease of women, but it is mainly related to the veins, therefore, in men it also often manifests itself. The drugs described can be used by a strong half of society.
Surgery
If it is not possible to cure varicose veins at an early stage, then a more radical method - surgical intervention - can replace conservative therapy. Today, minimally invasive methods are the most common, when only small punctures are required through a drug or injected device. Standard surgical methods are only used if there is an increased risk of thrombus fracture.
The operation is indicated by the presence of such manifestations in girls:
- Complex forms of the disease;
- Pathology of the saphenous vein;
- Blood circulation is disrupted, the patient's life becomes difficult;
- The occurrence of complications in the form of thrombosis or trophic ulcers;
- The rapid progression of the disease, which poses a risk to the health of patients.
At the same time, a number of contraindications include:
- High blood pressure;
- Ischemia;
- Infectious etiological diseases causing high fever;
- Old age;
- Inflammation or eczema of Erysipelas;
- II-III trimester of pregnancy.
The standard surgery is called a phlebectomy.When it is done, the damaged vessel is completely removed, this happens on large and small branches.In the process, several small incisions are made, which only allow the use of local anesthesia. Crossectomy is performed in the same way, when the vein is not removed, but simply tied.
More modern techniques - laser therapy, sclero, ultrasound. In the process, small punctures are made with insulin syringes or small incisions. A special substance (sclerosant) or device is injected into the vessel. As a result, the veins unite and the blood circulation dries up in the vessels. Today, a new method of sclerotherapy has been developed, which allows the use of foam -type medications.
Treatment with leeches
Leeches are a drug that has long been known for its positive effects on the blood. Thanks to them, various diseases, especially cardiovascular diseases, were previously treated. Although there are many modern techniques, hirudotherapy is still popular.
Leech saliva contains a unique substance - hirudin, which prevents blood from clotting, thus becoming more liquid. In this case, the drug helps to smooth the blood clotting. So the blood is not only thinned, but also cleansed. Doctors note that after undergoing treatment, the edema is eliminated, the legs and feet stop hurting, blood flow is normalized.
Hirudotherapy is prescribed at all stages of the disease. The standard treatment course is 5-6 sessions. While taking the course, you must rest for 3-4 months. During the procedure, 1-2 leeches and 3 more leeches are placed on the most problematic areas along the entire length of the affected vein.
Healing exercises
Exercise and warm -up should be done every morning. Doing moderate exercise, it is possible to significantly improve the quality of human health:
- Take a supine position on the back and lift the leg to an upright position, you can throw it against the wall. Keep your feet in this position for 3 minutes. In this case, breathing should be slow, using the chest, not the abdomen;
- Lying down on an exercise bike. It is necessary to perform leg movements, which resemble a bicycle, the duration of training is 3-5 minutes;
- In a standing position, lift the toes, you do not need to get up high, enough to go down 1 cm from the surface. The action was performed about 30 times;
- The stand should be pumped to the toes with one foot, then the other. The angle of the foot should not exceed 45 °. The duration of the procedure was 15 minutes; over time, the load should be increased.
It is recommended to take a walk every day, at least half an hour. Swimming is an effective remedy, you must visit the pool once a week.
Other treatments
It is not necessary to focus only on the main components of treatment, because the effect of the drug can be enhanced with the help of aids. Thanks to additional methods, it is possible to eliminate symptoms, increase the effect of medications and reduce the risk of relapse.
The basic recommendation of a doctor is to use a proper diet. It is possible to use folk remedies. To determine the correct diet, it is recommended to consult a dietitian to find the best foods to normalize blood circulation. There are general principles that must be followed:
- Eat lots of vegetables, preferably raw;
- Eat more berries or fruits, preferably raw fruit, but frozen or dried is ideal in winter;
- Add nuts and beans to food;
- There is a lot of seafood;
- For cooking, choose flaxseed or olive oil;
- Exclude fried, fatty, spicy, smoked, salty and sweet foods from the diet;
- Give up alcohol, coffee, cigarettes completely.
Lifestyle plays an important role, it is very important to spend time in active rest, using cycling, walking, exercising, dancing, swimming. To maintain a normal foot condition, gymnastics should be done daily. While standing or sitting for a long time, it is recommended that you charge it periodically every 2 hours.
An important condition for the process of recovery and prevention is the use of compression underwear. This compresses the foot, because of this, the blood supply to the foot occurs through the saphenous vein, and the load is removed from the visible duct. There are linens with different levels of compression, the attending physician will provide information on the required forms.
Traditional medicine recipes
Folk recipes are very popular today, because some plants have a strong effect in relieving the symptoms of the disease.
The most popular folk remedies:
- Horse chestnut, almost all of its derivatives are used;
- White acacia inflorescences;
- Purple flowers;
- Leaves creeping swamp;
- Grape leaves;
- Worm wood leaves;
- Willow bark;
- The stem is celandine.
The plant is prepared in the form of tincture. Add 2-4 tbsp. l. selected raw materials and pour 0. 5 liters of alcohol. Insist for 2 weeks in a place out of reach of sunlight. Use a strained liquid for lotion, leave overnight.
Treatment during pregnancy
Therapy during pregnancy should be chosen only by a doctor who will choose a drug without contraindications during this period. Usually, preventative measures are chosen: diet, gymnastics, and creams are also used.
For pregnant women, wormwood, chamomile, hops, and calendula are recommended. They are placed as a lotion or compress at night. At the same time, it is important to avoid hot baths, saunas, and not to use alcoholic solutions in them.