Genital varicose veins can form in both men and women. Among the fairer sex, pregnant women often suffer. Varicose veins of the genitals occur due to disorders of the circulatory system in the pelvic area. The manifestations of the disease bring discomfort to the lifestyle.
If varicose veins in a familiar place were detected at an early stage of development, there is a high chance of avoiding complications and consequences of the pathology.
Causes of occurrence
Varicose veins of the genitals occur in humans for various reasons.
- The hereditary factor plays an important role. People whose relatives have suffered from varicose veins in the genitals should pay attention to preventive measures. This will reduce the risk of unpleasant pathology. The doctor knows of a similar disease in relatives in the past. Some medicines can cause varicose veins.
- Varicose veins in the genitals often occur due to the bad habits of the patient. A large percentage of the population in the Russian Federation has such a bad habit as smoking. Every smoker is aware of the damage to the body. Group C vitamins are responsible for the strength of the venous walls, nicotine destroys substances and increases the risk of varicose veins in the genitals and other parts of the body. The more a person smokes, the greater the chance of developing pathology.
- The likelihood of developing varicose veins in the genitals increases significantly with alcohol abuse. Due to the effect of alcohol, inflammatory processes begin in the tissues of the veins.
- Varicose veins can be caused by an inappropriate lifestyle. If a person spends most of the day sitting or standing, this significantly increases the risk of illness. For a few days, the varicose veins will not appear, but if the condition recurs for several years, then this may be the cause of the disease.
- Genital varicose veins often occur in pregnant women. Doctors attribute it to hormonal disorders in the body. Several hormonal components are responsible for keeping the veins in good condition. Varicose veins on the lips often appear during adolescence, which is also explained by hormonal imbalances.
- Varicose veins of the genitals often occur in overweight people. If a person is prone to obesity, they must remember that as they gain weight, the load on the body, including the pelvic organs, also increases.
In men, varicose veins can be associated with a variety of reasons.
- Provocative sexual intercourse.
- The use of erection drugs.
- Damage to the reproductive and urinary system.
Symptoms
The clinical manifestations of the pathology in men and women are different. The symptoms of genital varicose veins in women are as follows.
- It is possible to enlarge the veins, a large number of interconnected nodules appear.
- In the perineum, the skin becomes dry, irritated.
- In the groin area, there is a feeling of itching, painful sensations.
- A burning sensation is possible.
- Swelling of the genitals.
- Dysuric disorders.
During intercourse, the clinical manifestations described above in a woman worsen and the discomfort also increases during exercise or after using the toilet. In most cases, the patient complains of painful sensations of pain in the perineal area. Due to the constant discomfort, the patient's psychological health suffers, it becomes irritable.
In the early stages of the disease, there is no discomfort; the presence of a disease may indicate small nodules in the genital area. Over time, they begin to increase in size and gradually develop other symptoms. Neoplasms interfere with sexual activity, human movement.
Another sign that indicates varicose veins of the genitals is the pigmentation of the skin in the perineal area. On palpation, the presence of venous nodules is felt, which become larger over time.
In the male half of the population, the disease is often accompanied by varicose veins and the venous canals of the testicles dilate. In the initial stage of development of the pathology, the blood circulation is disturbed, over time, the blood begins to accumulate, which leads to an enlargement of the genitals.
One of the most serious complications of genital varicose veins is infertility. One of the surest signs of varicose veins of the reproductive system is the painful sensations during intercourse. There are dilated venous ducts in the genitals.
Complications
The earlier the treatment is started, the lower the risk of complications. Varicose veins of the genitals are dangerous as follows.
- There is a risk of infertility.
- The appearance of inflammatory processes in the genital organ.
- Mental health damage due to discomfort.
The disease can cause disorders of the reproductive system. In the process of giving birth to a fetus in a mother with varicose veins of the genitals, difficulties may arise.
The possibility of infertility is explained by the fact that inflammation during the development of the disease can go to the tissues of the genital organ itself. As a result, ulcers begin to form. In such a situation, specialist doctors perform surgery, conservative methods will be ineffective.
If the patient ignores the clinical manifestations of the disease and does not seek medical advice for a long time, his flora is disturbed. As a result, infectious and fungal infections begin. This complicates further diagnosis.
Treatment methods
When you contact a specialist doctor, the patient undergoes diagnostic procedures, does a blood test. Most often, conservative methods of combating the disease are used. The treating physician recommends the purchase of compression underwear, prescribes medicated ointments with anesthetic, and prescribes a number of medications.
In some cases, there is a need for sclerotherapy. This is an injection technique with which you can get rid of damaged veins. The affected area is cooled with air, after which a drug solution is administered, which leads to narrowing of the veins and normalization of blood flow. 6 minutes after the injection, the affected areas are pressed on both sides.
Sclerotherapy is one of the most effective methods of treating varicose veins of the genital organs, it prevents the formation of blood clots in the future.
Prophylaxis
The level of medicine does not make it possible to get rid of varicose veins of the genitals. It is permissible to consult a specialist doctor for the rapid improvement of the condition and the removal of the clinical manifestations of the pathology.
At the end of the treatment course, the patient should be involved in the prevention of the pathology, this will reduce the risk of recurrence.
- If there is an inherited factor, then it is recommended to abandon hormonal drugs. This includes contraceptives.
- Pregnancy can cause complications if a woman is more likely to develop varicose veins in the genitals. During pregnancy, hormonal changes occur in the body. As a result, there may be a lack of hormones that keep the veins in good condition. For this reason, during pregnancy, the risk of developing varicose veins in the genitals increases dramatically.
- It is important for teens to talk in advance about the possible serious consequences of early sexual activity.
- Doctors recommend stopping smoking and alcohol abuse. A huge number of methods and means have been developed to give up bad habits.
- Doctors advise to pay special attention to the fight against obesity. Obesity is not just caused by overeating. It will not be possible to beat the pathology until the patient gets rid of the extra pounds.
The modern level of medicine allows you to deal with the clinical manifestations of genital varicose veins. There are many painless methods to solve the problem.
All that is required of the patient is to consult a specialist doctor when the first symptoms of the disease appear. This will simplify the treatment process and avoid complications.