When mentioning varicose veins, many people think that this disease can only develop in the elderly. However, this opinion is wrong. Disease of the veins of the lower extremities can occur in both young and middle-aged people. The representatives of the beautiful half of humanity are at risk, and it's not just about high heels. Varicose veins most often affect tall women, as well as those who spend a lot of time standing or sitting.
Why do varicose veins appear?
Generally speaking, this disease occurs in people due to upright walking. It could not exist if humans moved like animals. Since the heart is located in the upper part of the body, blood must return to it from the lower extremities. For this purpose, special valves are provided in the veins, which do not allow blood to remain in the legs.
If any disorders occur, blood stagnates in the legs, edema occurs, the tone of the veins decreases, and all this ends with varicose veins. In order for the circulatory system to work smoothly, we must constantly move and not stand in a static position for a long time. Only then will the "blood raising" mechanism work like clockwork.
Risk factors
The risk of developing varicose veins is very high in overweight people suffering from a lack of physical activity, as well as in those whose profession is associated with the need for a long time in one position (accountants, teachers, flight attendants, salesmen, cooks andetc. . . ). Varicose veins can also develop in pregnant women. Varicose veins of the lower extremities are often called the disease of civilization.
How to recognize varicose veins?
The development of the disease is gradual, so you can start fighting it in the first stages. The most important thing is to recognize it in time and take measures for treatment.
Women often attribute the first symptoms of varicose veins to general fatigue or to the fact that they spend all day on their feet. Of course, with heavy loads in the evening, heaviness may appear in the legs, and the strength almost runs out. However, if this condition occurs often, then it is better to consult a doctor and do all the necessary examinations.
So, if you often experience the listed symptoms in your legs, they may indicate the development of the disease:
- pain;
- burden;
- bursting;
- convulsions;
- swelling;
- fatigue.
If you notice a change in the color of the skin on your legs, swelling of the veins or spider veins, then do not delay the visit to the doctor for a long time. To get medical advice, you can contact a therapist, phlebologist or vascular surgeon.
Why is early treatment important?
If the varicose disease is diagnosed in the early stages and treatment is started on time, then surgery can be avoided and the disease can be completely cured by medical methods.
Qualified specialists use an individual approach to each patient and draw up a treatment regimen based on the results of the examination.
For the treatment of the disease, venotonics are used in the form of ointments and gels, as well as tablet forms of drugs for oral administration, which are prescribed as a course.
In addition to medication, doctors usually recommend diet and lifestyle changes. To deal with varicose veins, you need to do sports, move more, constantly change the position of your legs during the day. As for the diet, it should contain more fiber and the amount of salt should be minimized.