The disease a "global dimension", which is diagnosed in more than half of the inhabitants of the earth – varicose veins of the lower extremities.
Varicose veins caused by the sudden disruption of the outflow of venous blood in the leg mode, or overflow and vascular occlusion, provokes the development of degradation processes of the venous walls. This process contributes to the failure of the valve system and connective tissue weakness the veins.
What is the root of all evil?
A huge extensive system of reservoirs, including the superficial and deep venous vessels, which supply blood to the heart. Connect them to each other sort of alert system that provides timely discharge of blood.
The main burden in ensuring the necessary circulation in the deep venous vessels, because of their bulk and strength. And only a small dose loads of take on surface ships.
The heart works like a pump "works" the blood of the vascular channels. Certain loads (walking person, squats, etc.) the heart pushes the veins, overcoming gravity (gravity). When the muscle tissue in the foot relaxed (if poor training or at rest) under the weight of gravity of the blood, quickly descending legs.
The presence of the particular vein walls of the pockets, to facilitate the achievement of valve function and prevent reverse blood flow. The value of the valve system is very large, it's working port and its damage leads to disruption of blood flow and increased blood flow, then rinse down.
This causes stagnation of blood in the veins, their enlargement and inflammation, swelling and bumps, the failure of the valve system can not stop the enlarged vein. The result – a violation of blood circulation in the extremities and varicose veins of venous file extension.
Cause of varicose veins
The disease has two forms of development – primary and secondary. Genesis primary varicose veins in the legs caused by abnormalities of the venous wall:
- reduce their tone;
- the loss of elasticity;
- increased intravenous pressure.
- nodular formations in the extended vessels.
The development of these diseases do not play a role:
- genetic predisposition;
- high age;
- overweight and injury;
- large load on the leg veins.
Launched the development of the disease can be sudden load on the foot and strains of pregnancy and childbirth. As a result of these factors, in most cases, be increased intravenous pressure in the extremities and damage to the valve device.
Reason, a secondary form of – post-thrombotic varicose veins is caused by pathological processes in all vascular system of the legs in the form of:
- thrombosis, is transferred to the primary stage of the disease;
- congenital vascular dysplasia and fistula arterial and venous;
- syndrome parks-Weber;
- tumors and trauma;
- immunological and neuroendocrine disorders.
An additional factor in the development of varicose veins in women can be oral contraceptives cause hormonal imbalance. A direct correlation has not been confirmed, but due to their intake can develop complex processes, existing pathology caused by the varicose veins of the limbs.
The first signs of varicose veins in the legs are non-specific and few. Very pronounced varicose veins, pain syndrome of the foot under load, accompanied by mounds and burning the affected areas.
The normal leg fatigue, swelling of the back areas of the feet and ankles. There is pain syndrome aching, to achieve the during veins.
The usual symptoms in the early stage of the disease is that the pain and swelling are more intense in the evening and in the morning. Visible changes in the veins at the beginning of the disease is not detected. The patient may experience only very tired.
- The disease progresses slowly, may develop over the years. The lack of timely treatment can occur in chronic venous insufficiency.
Symptoms of varicose veins in the legs - 7 features
The main symptoms of varicose veins in the legs is characterized by:
1. External changes of the vessels. The shape and configuration of the deep and subcutaneous vessels – the most striking symptom of varicose veins. It should be noted saccular or single focal thickening of the vascular nodular lesions and localization to the club.
They become purple or bluish color. Not previously visible small vessels, appear on the surface in the form of fine vascular network. Often such changes appear on the legs and the inner zone of the foot.
2. The pain syndrome. The usual manifestation is that of caviar. With the development of the disease, they become stronger and is accompanied by muscle spasms in the lower leg, orthostatic disease – treatment pain on his back and re-transition to a standing position.
Painful on palpation without any visible changes, confirming the pathological changes in deep-lying vessels.
3. Swelling. Demonstration of the swelling process of varicose veins is characterized by symptoms. Seems localized in the lower third of the leg and foot. Thus, the projection of the lesions cause severe itching.
If during the night the swelling subsides, this is an alarming signal, indicating end-stage disease progression (stage of decompensation). In such a situation should be excluded from the accession of infection and don't miss the development of trophic ulcers.
4. Itchy skin, which occurs before the development of clear signs of varicose veins, which are already in the expressed disorders of the venous outflow.
5. Hyperpigmentation, which occurs on the background of clear clinical symptoms. The skin in the area damaged veins, during, and near the places of bruises and injuries, is induration (compaction), will become dark and the blue is thinning of the surface epithelium and atrophy of the subcutaneous structures.
6. Hyperemia is a constant feeling of freezing limbs, fingers and toes.
7. Of open venous ulcers is to keep the complex variant of varicose veins, or a consequence of specific changes of the skin in the last stage of the disease.
Different people and the disease progresses differently according to the peculiarities of the location of the veins (superficial or deep).
Therefore, the threat of "underwater stone" varicose veins, is it invisible, asymptomatic, which can occur in the execution stage.
Which doctor specialist should I contact?
The manifestation of even the initial signs of the disease, you must consult a doctor immediately. After all, in the early stages of the disease can even stop drug therapy. Treatment of varicose veins in the legs are not a doctor.
If such a specialist outpatient clinic is not, the problem can be solved by providing proper care.
Treatment of varicose veins in the legs
The treatment of varicose veins in the legs constructed in accordance with the extent of vascular lesions.
- The first stage is the manifestation of the restless legs syndrome, accompanied by edema.
- The second phase includes pathology permanent swelling, skin pigmentation seal the subcutaneous structures (cellulose), and develop a variety of lesions.
- The third stage is characterized by ulcerative defects of trophic origin.
Naturally, to stop the process easier, without waiting for the third degree of the disease. Initial stage of the stopping process can still be medical treatment, adding to its effectiveness, home remedies.
There are many ways to treat varicose veins in the early stages of the disease. These include drug therapy or different procedures minimally invasive techniques.
First of all, this compression underwear (socks, stockings, tights, socks) and elastic bandaging. When squeezing certain muscle groups, improves blood circulation and reduces the process of stagnation of blood. This technique eliminates the further expansion of blood vessels and brain development.
Today, the ideal medications of varicose veins, which affects all links of the pathogenetic process of the development of the disease – not. In most cases, apply special care. Partly to stop the development process in the early stage conservative treatment is possible, but existing nodules medications can not be removed.
Drugs for the treatment of varicose veins in the legs
1. The basic prescribe medications that can restore vascular tone, relieve venous congestion and to improve the processes of microcirculation in tissues in the form of sprays, gels, tablets and lotions.
2. To prevent the development of thrombosis of prescriptions, the inclusion of heparin, as well as blood thinners.
3. Reduce inflammation, swelling and pain often are assigned special gels, sprays and creams for varicose veins.
Surgery
When you start the process of varicose veins, surgery can not be avoided. Modern techniques are minimally invasive and are radically different than the old methods. Is the low invasiveness and the absence of pronounced pain. This:
- the technique of minimally invasive procedures, eliminate the pathology of venous return;
- several changes to the procedure selected in accordance with the current pathology;
- method of tempering, which is based on the removal of the blood flow method adhesion to the venous walls;
- closure of the venous cavity laser coagulation;
- treatment of varicose veins large vessels the method of radiofrequency ablation;
- and the combined method of sclerosing and other procedures.
The method of treatment is chosen taking into account the clinical picture. It is therefore very important to seek medical help in time. You should not rely on the effectiveness of various methods of home treatment.
They can only alleviate the symptoms but completely cure is not able. The most effective means serve to Complement medical treatment are:
- compresses, tinctures, and hot wraps from the fruit kernels, green bark, leaves and inflorescences of plants – known for the healing properties, of horse chestnut;
- compresses and rubbing the affected veins with apple cider vinegar;
- lotions and compresses of tincture of wormwood of curdled;
- foot baths and lotions of blue clay;
- drinking grape juice or wine from red grapes.
And certainly not hurt anyone, recommend, and select special exercises doctor of physical therapy.
Prevention of varicose veins
As preventive measures shall apply:
- dousing the feet with a gradual decrease in temperature to improve blood circulation;
- foot bath, followed by rubbing with a towel and apply a healing cream;
- massage;
- when the rest keep your legs elevated position.
Recommendation: give up visiting the hot steam room and sauna, to remove physical stress on the feet. Balance nutritious diet and give up Smoking and alcohol. Remove the weight and choose comfortable shoes.