Varicose veins: What kind of beast is and how to deal with it?

Healthy legs are the key to a successful life.While we are healthy and we do not experience discomfort in the legs, with high heels, we tolerate narrow shoes for the sake of the image, we sit in offices for 8 hours, we do not even suspect that the varicose veins hid in some place nearby.Consider what varicose veins there are in the legs, its symptoms and treatment.

The varicose veins are chronic deficiency of the venous system of the body.Varicosis can also reach the rectum, then they are hemorrhoids.But this article is dedicated to the disease of the legs of the legs.What is this monster?Is it so terrible?The enemy needs to know in the face, then victory is in your hands!

What are the varicose veins of the lower extremities or varicose veins?

Compare our circulatory system with a large transport road, according to which a continuous flow flow flows.Assume that machines are blood cells that transport oxygen and several nutrients necessary for body life, to all parts and organs of the body.And our heart "controls" this movement through pulsation, forcing blood to move through the arteries.Having performed its enrichment function, the blood returns to the heart through the veins.

The veins under the heart overcome the natural power of attraction, and to get up, they experience a great load, especially this applies to the legs.
The structure of the veins is due to the presence of valves, which are the soy locks.The blood climbed, the next valve was lost and "closed", preventing it from going back.If for some reason the valve does not perform its function, then the blood flow has to flow down, which leads to its stagnation.Over time, healthy valves also enter the reaction, since as a result of the stagnation of the walls of the veins that stretch and thick.And on the surface of the legs we can observe the nodes and stamps of bluish tones.

To date, varicose veins are younger.Every fifth woman runs the risk of seeing the swollen veins in itself.Men should also think about this disease.There is an opinion that women get sick more frequently, believe me, the difference is small, only women are jealous of their appearance, respectively, they can previously detect signs of this disease.

Some people have a predisposition to this disease:

• Genetics.Pay attention to the presence of varicose veins in relatives.
• A characteristic of the structure of the venous system.
• Characteristics of deep veins output.When deteriorating, the blood is downloaded in the superficial system, the veins expand and become visible on the skin surface
• Characteristics of the body connective tissue.If the fabric is less elastic and more extensible, therefore, the vessels are predisposed to this.

Important!90 % of success in the treatment of varicose veins depends on the lifestyle.The reasons that can cause the disease: hypodinamia, high heels, uncomfortable shoes, excess weight, inappropriate nutrition, bad habits.

External symptoms and manifestations

1. The first alarming symptom is swelling, leg severity, sometimes cramps in the lower extremities at the end of the working day.The legs hurt, they get tired of physical activity, you have to stop or move, experiencing discomfort.
2. The second is vascular stars, but they do not always lead to varicose veins, only all their lives can manifest as a cosmetic defect.The stars are dilated intradermal capillaries.It will not be possible to get rid of them without the help of a doctor.In this case, sclerotherapy is performed, the procedure is not cheap, but quite harmless.
3. The third symptom is the presence of branched bugs with nodes and expanded sharply on the surface of the leg.This may be one hundred percent of varicose veins.
4. In higher cases, pigmentation spotlights and changes in the form of trophic ulcers can be observed in the skin.This can lead to disability and, as a result, to disability.

Important!If you still have a doctor diagnosed by varicose veins, you must solve this problem before planning the birth of a baby in your life.Throughout pregnancy, body weight will increase respectively and the risk of complications with it will increase.

Myths on varicose veins

A lot has been written about this disease, but still accompanied by a lot of misunderstanding and controversial problems.So what are the varicose veins in the legs, their symptoms and treatment?Then, consider the common myths about this disease.

Myth 1. Varicosis does not require mandatory treatment, can live with him for a long time and happily.But statistics say that most age patients are complicated, that sooner or later they lead a doctor.Better early!

Myth 2. With the help of traditional medicine, you can get rid of varicose veins.No!It is better to use it as additional methods if you trust them.People are afraid that after the operation there is a relapse.Modern experience and statistics show that the return of the disease to some extent is manifested in only 5% of patients, the remaining 95% are satisfied with the result and experience much less problems than before the operation.

Myth 3. For life, wear a therapeutic point clothes after surgery.No!Knit clothes should be used only in certain situations.For example, a long trip, a long car cross or a flight on a plane, as well as with large loads (heavy types of work).

Myth 4. Some patients are sure that medications should be taken before and after surgery.This is not necessary if the doctor (vascular surgeon) did not prescribe them to his appointment.Take medications on your own and think that weight loss is treated by varicose veins, absolutely unjustified!

How to treat varicose veins?

Operation or drug therapy?

If the tuberous veins appeared strongly dilated in the legs, then it is better to operate them, because they themselves will not go anywhere.Do I need to operate varicose veins?Yeah!At what stage?The sooner, easier outside the disease and a positive prognosis in later life.But this is to decide the doctor, because the operation does not eliminate the main one, it does not eliminate the causes of varicose veins.

One of the main is the damage of the valve and the increase in the viscosity of the blood or its thickening.Simply speaking, "thick blood."Until facing the causes, neither drug therapy, nor the operation, will give a persistent effect.

That is why:

1. First, the fight against blood condensation.
2. Often, female hormonal and contraceptives are taking varicose veins.It is necessary to review the drugs taken and, if necessary, replace them with others.
3. One of the reasons is greater pressure in the veins of the abdominal cavity, more frequently due to problems with intestines (constipation, cramps) or pathological changes in the liver.The treatment must begin to solve these problems.
4. The pressure in the abdominal cavity increases and during pregnancy in its second half.This must be taken into account.In this situation, it is difficult to solve the problem with drugs, so you can simply wear a compression knitted bedding.
5. A big problem is overweight!And it is worth paying more attention to this.The cause is determined: lifestyle or some hormonal diseases.Reduce weight in any person's forces.I just want and everything will work.

To make a decisive diagnosis, an ultrasound study of the venous system is decisive.It will allow evaluating the condition of the valves, the walls of the blood vessels and the beginning of the appearance of blood release to the surface, determine the spotlights that require surgery.Ultrasound is done in a permanent position to approach the functional state of the venous system as much as possible.

Today, a large amount is proposed for the treatment of varicose veins.Internet is full of names and recipes for traditional medicine.An unprepared person cannot make the right decision.

Let's talk about several groups:

• Vitamin P or Root -based preparations.This miraculous vitamin strengthens the walls of blood vessels, improves blood flow, prevents the formation of blood clots, has anti -inflammatory activity and, therefore, relieves inflammation processes in the veins of the entire organism (also used in the treatment of hemorrhs).The cost of such drugs is low and can barely be found in our pharmacies, since it is not profitable to promote them.But there are contraindications.The routoside, combined with the salicylic ester of acetic acid with prolonged use, irritates the stomach walls, therefore, it cannot be taken with gastritis and ulcerative disease.Allergy is the second aspect of contraindications.
• Flavonoid -based preparations.There are many of them.As they approach in one case, they can be completely inactive in another.Decide what is the right formula for you.The advantage of this group over the first is a more careful attitude, but this is individual.There are also side effects, less pronounced, but the same as in the first version.
• Horsepower preparations.They exist in the form of drops and tablets.The substances that make up plants help strengthen the walls of blood vessels, help fight blood clots and also reduce blood viscosity, that is, dilute it.Drugs are cheap, but they are weaker than what was described above.

All these drugs combine a problem treatment courses are quite long, and must be repeated regularly (3 times a year 3-4 weeks).
Patients are presented a large list of ointments and gels for external local treatment.As a general rule, ointments and gels will not solve the problem, but can facilitate their course.Which is better?Best gels.They have a cooling effect and they are better sucking!

Basic life rules for varicose veins

• Avoid prolonged position or sitting in a motionless position.If you have a sedentary work, try to get up and move once per hour.If you have to sit on the computer for a long time, place your legs on the pody, the higher, the better so comfortable.
• If you lie on the couch in front of the TV for a long time, keep your legs in high conditions, for example, put them in a pillow.
• In no case should you sleep sitting.
• Daily walks are required.You should not use the elevator.If you live on the ground floor, don't be vague every day 1 time, at least, slowly go up to the fifth floor.Unpleasant skiing, swimming, "bicycle" exercise at a slow pace, any gymnastics complex to improve venous output should become an integral part of life for you.
•  With an increase in loads, use compression knit garments (stockings or stockings).
  

  Important!All movements for varicose veins must be performed gently and slowly.Sports that are associated with high -speed or power loads, several complexes of energetic fast exercises, rapid races and lifting weights, are contraindicated.

  Important!Extended veins do not like warming.Therefore, saunas and bathrooms, bathrooms and hot souls are also contraindicated!

• The car -leg massage and shower from feet to the hips for 1 minute is useful, the water temperature is of space, slightly cold.There is a phrase "buzzing of legs."To relieve the leg tension, having returned home after a long pedestrian walk, don't be too vague to wash your legs with cold water and go to bed for 5 minutes with high legs.It will become much easier.
• Products that contribute to the increase in the viscosity of blood and edema should be excluded from the diet.Excess salt and greater consumption of sweets are very harmful to varicose veins.
  

  Important!It is not recommended to eat:

  • pickups and canned food;
  • meat broth;
  • Smoked products.

Hirudotherapy: benefits or damage?

It has been shown that the benefits of hirudotherapy are undeniable.The medical leeches are injected into the blood enzymes that dilute it and increase the elasticity of the walls of the blood vessels.But it should be used rarely (1 session in 2-3 weeks) and necessarily in a specialized clinic, having previously discussed contraindications with a specialist.In total there must be only 5-7 sessions and the use of Sanguijuelas-4-6 pieces per session.

After a hirudotherapy session, the small scars of the bites remain in the body, which pass for a long time.If you are concerned about the cosmetic effect, then this method is not for you.

Simple tips: how to achieve thin blood without drugs

1. Start the morning with a glass of warm water.During the day, it must drink at least 1-1.5 liters of clean water (other liquids are not considered).
2. Reduce or exclude consumption completely: coffee, alcohol (especially beer), salt.
3. If possible, lead an active lifestyle (more movement).
4. Treat with herbs!Go to this problem with care and responsibility!Only 2 floors will give an effect: the donnik and the white willow bark.Herbs should be bought only in the pharmacy.Infusions prepared from herbs cannot be taken together with drugs that dilute blood.Study contraindications.
5. Add to the diet: garlic, dill, celery, parsley and blueberries.
6. Check the drugs you take for a long time for a long time, they can also cause blood thickening.These are diuretic and hormonal agents.
7. Reject smoking or reduce the number of smoked cigarettes.
8. If you have diabetes mellitus, participate in your prevention and treatment, reduce the amount of sugar and carbohydrates in your diet.
9. Do not allow stress and nerve tension in life.Talk to yourself: everything happens, this will happen!Reassure!Remove the tension with Valerian, Motherwort or Hawthorn.

Important!Do not self -medicate, be sure to visit a pharmoton.