From the lifestyle of the person depends on the state of health, but often we can affect the development of diseases, some of them inherent in us genetically. Such diseases include varicose veins. It is called the disease of civilization.
Noticed that most of the people suffering from varicose veins in developed countries. The probability that it will occur higher in those who have relatives with this problem, but the other factors are:
- work in a static position (risk teachers, surgeons, barbers, salesmen);
- the lack of dynamic physical activity in the morning (if too lazy to exercise, then you are in danger);
- wrong choice of clothes and shoes (too tight, often use the heels);
- bath, sauna, tan in the afternoon, when the sun is very active.
What happens to the veins varicose veins?
Varicose veins are abnormal veins. May appear in the abdomen, men, the scrotum, the pelvis and even on the tongue. Varicose veins can not cope with the flow of blood. My feet are really swollen. Later formed varicose veins rash and nonhealing ulcers. Even need to use antibiotics to kill the infection. But the worst — varicose veins in later stages limit the ability to work.
Symptoms of varicose veins in the legs
The Harbingers that indicate the development of varicose veins:
- heaviness in the legs;
- sore pain;
- swelling of the feet;
- cramps;
- varicose veins;
- trophic changes;
- pigment;
- bruises, that is not preceded by trauma.
In the early stages can be seen only in the vascular mesh. But later the symptoms become obvious. The veins under the skin, has a wavy shape and resemble clusters of grapes. If you have symptoms of varicose veins, contact a doctor immediately. You are recommended to do an ultrasound of the lower extremities, to check the status of the venous valves. This procedure takes about 30 minutes.
Methods for the treatment of varicose veins
Conservative methods can only slow the spread of varicose veins. The most commonly used preparations of horse chestnut and bioflavonoids (nutrients, antioxidants). Treatment is usually long. The medications are manufactured in the form of creams, gels, drops, tablets and capsules. Duration of treatment determined by the doctor, depending on how the disease started. Drugs can have multiple, if the phase is before the first or the second, if there is trophic changes in the skin.
Compression therapy is a range of support stockings or tights that you want to use in the morning and remove it just before going to bed. It lasts the whole year. Compression unloaded in the veins, causing the blood to flow in the right direction, to relieve pain and swelling. We strongly recommend you to buy 2 pairs of tights or socks. You need to change them every day.
Sclerotherapy is a modern method for the treatment of varicose veins with injections of a special substance, which binds to the patient's vein. Over time, it dissolves and no longer involved in the bloodstream. His work took other veins. The method is completely safe, but cannot be used in all cases. Typically this method for the treatment of reticular veins (telangiectasia). You can go to, and a clinic to go to during your lunch break.
Surgical treatment of varicose veins
Is used for loss of large veins in the later stages. Require anesthesia — local or General. Operations are performed in the surgical Department, or specialized centers of phlebology.
The procedure can be performed:
- radio frequency is the latest technology, which allows for carefully and locally operate on varicose veins, the result of this operation struck at Vienna, was absorbed and its functions taken other veins;
- steam micro impulse after local anesthesia, a thin catheter is inserted into a pair of sick veins to shrink and disappear;
- the method of Varador is the meaning of the operation of extraction of the vein through the puncture, the intervention requires local anesthesia, the effect of which lasts for about 5 hours, you can walk one and a half hours after surgery, discharge is the same day;
- with the help of a laser beam — a fast, bloodless, and safe way.
Popular treatments for varicose veins
Patients want to believe that there is a relatively harmless and simple treatment veins. Yes, you can try to use traditional methods. They can be effective in the early stages, and only in conjunction with basic treatment. Treatment of folk ways should start consulting a doctor and accurate diagnosis.
Improves blood circulation, you can use the ointment. But it can not be applied to open wounds. If the skin has ulcers, which only began to Mature, before treatment, you need to wait for opening. Don't be afraid of the smell of the cream — just make a compress on the night, but not before leaving the house.
Another effective remedy is tincture of horse chestnut. For its preparation must be cleaned chestnuts and push them into 200 ml of vodka. This tool makes invisible spider veins, if you use it regularly. 2 months take tincture 30 drops of each main meal. Survive very varicose veins (vascular mesh) homemade Apple vinegar. If you have problems with the stomach inside the tool to apply them except in the form of compresses and lotions. Shop apple cider vinegar for the treatment of varicose veins is not suitable — it has a lot of chemistry, and virtually no nutrients, improves microcirculation.
Prevention of varicose veins
Is there a way, if the varicose veins just appeared, or if all your family members?
Simple rules, you can prevent further development of varicose veins:
- loads is an alternative, if you sit, take a break of 5-10 minutes every 45 minutes, during which walk, do a little exercise;
- discard the narrow clothes and uncomfortable shoes with heels more than 5 cm, wear similar clothes and shoes just the starting;
- well to prevent varicose veins swimming and cold shower, their tone of blood vessels;
- during pregnancy it is recommended to use compression stockings to prevent and particular support, which also reduces pressure on the spine.
You should always be present soothing gels and creams, especially in the summer vacation, the heat. The sun with varicose veins can be from 8 to 11 am and 17 to 20 hours in the evening.
Diet varicose veins
If you have a weak birth, the venous wall susceptibility to varicose veins, thrombosis is still high. Women at higher risk. But it is possible to saturate the body with useful parts of the ship. First, you need to lean on those foods, which contain vitamin C and routine:
- black currants;
- lemons;
- kiwi;
- strawberries;
- cabbage;
- citrus fruit;
- grapes.
Cook these fruit-and berry juices, jellies, prepare for the winter jam. Modern refrigerators allow you to freeze a large amount of berries. Very tasty to drink fresh juice or make fruit salads. Note products that have a positive effect on the liver. Spider veins can be indicative of problems with it.
Veins thank you for your concern, especially if in addition, you will wash his feet in cold water, swim a lot and do water aerobics. Now even small towns have gyms, a swimming pool, so swimming can. Don't stop training in the winter. All you need to do is take a hair Dryer and choose a swimming pool near the house.
The sport of varicose veins disease
If you are overweight, consult a nutritionist. The coach can also make you a training program that is effective and varicose veins and weight loss. You should avoid heavy lifting, if there is a problem with the veins. So weight lifting is not for you. If you have a small child, raise it properly: do not bend back, first get down on your thighs. Use a stroller, do not use your baby in your arms too long.
Help varicose veins is to walk the stairs, run small pace, in the winter skiing. Tangible benefits can provide nordic walking. This kind of exercise is good for people with any level of fitness. Find out where in your city is a trained nordic walking. People in Europe, without snow, walking stick in hand, is not surprising. So they remove some of the load off the muscles and veins.
Another good way to normalize the function of veins is to perform inverted asanas of yoga. But you should start with the basic asanas. You will notice that not only are stronger and can walk long distances, but also the emotional state is much improved. Yoga is very useful for women. It also normalizes, smoothes hormonal fluctuations can cause a situation where the veins. Stress is also desirable for patients with varicose veins, because the pressure drops hurt veins.
Try to perceive the complex philosophically and not be nervous on trifles. If you have a stressful job, especially in the legs, you may want to think about changing the activity. Patients with varicose veins it is recommended to work in the fresh air is associated with active movement in the city. When the load, especially if you have to sit in a bus or plane, wear compression stockings.