Where are varicose veins and how to treat it

Normally, blood flows through the veins to the heart and lungs, because it helps in muscle contraction. But, gravity is not cancelled, it is logical that liquid will somehow work its way back. To avoid this and the blood goes to where it should be, in veins there are valves. They are open in the direction of the flow of blood and closed to keep his arms.

When the valves do not work and do not close until the end, the blood still flowing down my veins. Vessels may not accommodate all the blood, stretch and to act on the skin bumps.

How to detect varicose veins

Symptoms of varicose veins are usually visible with the naked eye. These are the large, swollen veins that are visible under the skin and resemble nodules.

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Not every way, you are looking — sick. Despite the fact that the disease is widespread, sometimes visible veins — this is the only function of the body.

Have the veins, except for the external signs, there are other symptoms: pain and sense of weight in the legs.

When the disease progresses and becomes more severe stage, added:

  1. Swelling of the feet or ankles.
  2. The change of the color of the skin over the affected vein.
  3. Infection of the skin.
  4. Ulcers. Occur when the veins is one of the most. Heal with difficulty.

The doctor (and the veins phlebologist deals) are investigating the blood vessels and assigns of patients ultrasound: using ultrasound to determine which valves do not work, whether in the veins of the blood.

What are the dangers of varicose veins

But pain and ulcers are not the main problem. There is another danger, which the naked eye cannot detect. Due to the stagnation of blood in the vessels clots — dense clotting of the blood. They can "stick" to the vessel wall and narrowing of its lumen, and can break away and go with the flow in other vessels, increasing the risk of blockages. This condition is called embolism. It is very dangerous and can lead even to death.

Why do I have varicose veins

There is not one reason that will result in varicose veins. But there are several factors that increase the risk:

  1. Genetic predisposition. No genetics there, and if the parents suffered from varicose veins, there is the opportunity to get hereditary.
  2. Paul. Women suffer from varicose veins much than men. In one of the studies varicose veins found in 63% women and 37% of men in Russia.
  3. Injury and surgery. They may interfere with the functioning of the valves of the vessels.
  4. To lose weight. Since it increases the load on the legs, and this causes problems.
  5. Great exercise. Especially hazardous are the static loads. For example, sit or stand very harmful. Better to move, to change body position to get to work different muscles.
  6. Age. The older you are, the weaker the walls of the blood vessels.
  7. Pregnancy. Additional load and changes in the body, increase the risk of varicose veins.

How to treat varicose veins

In General, the treatment is to reduce the load on the veins and return the blood flow. If the unpleasant symptoms and threats of the blood does not, then treatment may not be required.

Physical activity

Light exercise, especially walking, is a good way to get my feet to work as they should. Muscles that are constantly decreasing when walking helps to pump blood to the heart, and to reduce congestion.

Moderate exercise is still the best (and only proven) way of preventing varicose veins.

Of the manifestations of varicose veins helps self-massage (with it you can use the creams or ointments). The simplest exercise does not require movement — you just need to lie down and elevate the leg to reduce swelling.

Compression

Compression stockings that compress the legs a little bit, not physically allow the veins to swell, and this is one of the main methods for the treatment of varicose veins. Wear them with a mild form of the disease, and with severe.

Linen varies in the force of compression, form. So, before purchasing, it is better to consult a doctor and consider his recommendations.

Remember: compression is gradually stretched, so it needs to be thrown away after a few months of wear and buy new ones.

Drugs

Any medications prescribed by a doctor. Sometimes you will need tools that prevent clotting of the blood, sometimes requires antibiotics to treat the infections or creams that will help soothe irritated skin.

Surgery

In some cases, the work is most effective. Modern operations are carried out with the help of laser, radiofrequency or sclerotherapy method carried out under local anesthesia.

The importance of these methods is to close the affected vein. When she is not working, blood will be found a workaround: go to heart healthy deep ships, which are very rarely prone to varicose veins (they are thicker and stronger, not just a part).

Remove the vessels today are very rare and only in severe cases.

When to go to the doctor

Always, when you notice a spider, bulging veins or swelling in the legs. It is necessary to self-medicate. This survey will help to determine whether or not to go to the pharmacy for compression underwear and drink blood-thinning medications.