Initial stage of varicose veins, photo

The peripheral veins of the legs suffer from a sedentary lifestyle, excess weight and various chronic diseases.

Varicose pathology is dangerous and accompanied by pain.In the later stages, trophic ulcers appear and venous insufficiency of the deep vessels develops.It is important to recognize varicose veins at an early stage.This will allow for gentle therapy and a significant improvement in quality of life.

Let's take a closer look at varicose veins in the initial stage of the photo in the article.

Features of the disease

The initial stage of varicose veins occurs without visible changes and there are practically no symptoms.In 70% of patients, venous pathology is diagnosed already in the third or fourth degree, when the condition can only be alleviated surgically.

In the weaker sex, varicose veins are more common, as women are more susceptible to hormonal disorders.Men suffer from a complex form of varicose veins of the testicles - varicocele.But the most common form is considered a pathology of the veins of the legs.

Dilated veins of the uterus and the lower part of the rectum - hemorrhoids - are dangerous.These forms often appear in women during pregnancy and do not always disappear after childbirth.

Varicose veins in the body develop in the following stages:

1. The valve responsible for the outflow of blood for some reason stops working normally and the walls of the blood vessels weaken.
2. Due to the weak outflow, the blood circulation slows down, blood clots form in the veins and the pressure on the weakened walls of the blood vessels increases.
3. The passages narrow and the blood does not have time to pass through the veins in the required volume.In places where blood accumulates, the walls of the veins are stretched.
4. Thanks to the expansion, the upper walls of the venous system approach the epidermis and become clearly visible.The skin becomes exhausted and dry.
5. Areas of accumulation of blood clots grow, veins stretch and "twist".

In progressive varicose veins, the veins look like thick purple ropes, are clearly visible and stand out on the surface of the skin.Trophic ulcers appear on the cover, which are not treated for a long time, begin to fester.The disease develops into thrombosis or venous insufficiency.

It is important to diagnose the disease at an early stage, when sparing therapy is possible.

Causes of the disease

There are more than fifty reasons that can provoke changes in the venous system.People whose profession is related to the load on the legs and a sedentary lifestyle are especially susceptible to the disease: salespeople, hairdressers, programmers, accountants, drivers.

Scientists have conducted many years of research and identified the main factors that cause varicose veins:

• Hormonal changes in the body: pregnancy, menopause, adolescence.
• Obesity of any degree.
• Genetic predisposition.70% of children whose parents suffer from venous insufficiency develop varicose veins.
• Weak muscular system.
• Wearing uncomfortable underwear: socks with a tight elastic band, tight men's underpants.
• Lack of activity and physical activity.
• The habit of crossing one leg over the other while sitting.
• Rare changes in body position: long standing, lying down, sitting.
• Chronic diseases: diabetes mellitus, increased blood viscosity.

Out of ten people suffering from varicose veins, eight are female patients.The weaker sex is prone to venous pathologies due to forced hormonal disturbances during pregnancy, after childbirth and during menopause.The second important factor why women suffer from foot pain more often than men is the love of high heels.

Men are more susceptible to the disease due to overweight, love of fatty and spicy foods and sedentary lifestyle.

Symptoms of venous pathologies

In the initial stage, the disease has no pronounced symptoms and is difficult to recognize.In the picture below you can see the initial stage of varicose veins.It is noticeable that there are practically no changes.

The disease is diagnosed only with ultrasound of the lower extremities.The first stage has different symptoms that are related to the location of the disease.

According to localization, varicose veins are divided into types:

1. Venous pathology of the seminal canal.Varicocele develops in males in adolescence.In the initial stage, the first sign is a different size of the testicles.Size differences are acceptable but minor.
2. Varicose veins of the internal organs.The intestine and uterus are susceptible to venous pathology.Genetic predisposition or portal hypertension contribute to the disease.In the initial stage, it is difficult to diagnose because there are no primary symptoms.
3. Varicose veins of the lower part of the rectum are hemorrhoids.In the initial stage, a person experiences pain when visiting the toilet, walking and physical activity.Bleeding from the anus is possible.
4. Venous pathology of the legs.It is more common than other species.

Varicose veins in the legs affect men and women of all ages.People with a genetic predisposition observe vascular changes already in adolescence (16-17 years).

Among the first signs of varicose veins of the lower extremities are:

• By the end of the day, the legs swell and heaviness appears.
• In the areas of swollen veins, slight itching and peeling of the skin are possible.
• Cramps periodically appear at night.
• Dull pain after exercise.
• Light finger pressure causes pain.
• Spider webs appear in some places.
• Veins are soft to palpation.

In the later stages, the veins swell and become more visible.When touched, the person feels pain.The vessels acquire hardness and become more richly decorated.The swelling spreads to the ankle and foot in the evening.A person experiences unpleasant pain and his legs get tired quickly.

If the treatment is not started at the initial stage of the disease, the vessels will burst in some places.Blood clots appear.The skin is exhausted and looks like a thin sheet of paper.Affected areas become covered with ulcers.In the most advanced cases, bleeding begins and gangrene forms on the leg.Immediate amputation will be required.

The success of the therapy depends on the stage at which the disease is diagnosed.It is important to contact a phlebologist in time and get recommendations.The treatment is selected depending on the hemodynamics of the disease.The patient undergoes diagnostics: ultrasound, duplex angioscanning, radionuclide examination.

Treatment

Depending on the severity of the disease, the place of localization and the general clinical picture of the patient, one of the treatment methods is chosen:

1. Conservative.It includes exercise, treatment with natural remedies, phlebotonics and wearing a special compression garment.
2. Compression sclerotherapy.A special drug is injected into the vein, which fills the damaged vessel and glues the torn walls together.
3. Surgical intervention.It includes various techniques that are suitable for treating each stage of the disease.

The initial stage of varicose veins responds well to conservative treatment.Physical activity is prescribed to the patient and special underwear is selected.Efficiency increases with the simultaneous use of traditional methods.Laser therapy is suitable as a corrective aesthetic procedure.

Rules and recommendations

In the initial stage of varicose veins, the patient is recommended to follow the following rules:

1. Take walks once or twice a day.You should walk at a leisurely pace, stopping periodically to rest.
2. Wear comfortable shoes with a heel no higher than 3 cm. The upper part of the shoes should not have a compression device, and the laces should not be tied as tightly as possible.
3. They attend gym sessions twice a week.The loads are selected individually by the doctor and the trainer.
4. Review your diet.Products with a high sugar content, fatty meats, flour products and starchy vegetables are excluded from the diet.Most of the diet of a patient with varicose veins consists of stewed or boiled vegetables.Fried and spicy foods are not recommended.

5. In the evening, the legs should rest.Bleeding will increase if you raise your legs and throw them on a high pillow or the back of the sofa.
6. If the work involves little movement, it is recommended to lubricate the legs with refreshing gels or ointments that contain heparin.
7. Special compression garments or an elastic bandage are used every day.The special underwear is chosen by a doctor.The special feature of compression underwear is its compression function.The pressure on the body occurs with different force, which forces the blood to circulate forcibly.
8. Change positions often.If you have to sit all the time at work, get up and sit down a few times every 30 minutes.Exercise will help prevent varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

Simple recommendations will help prevent the development of venous pathology in the initial stage.

Drug therapy

In the initial stage of varicose veins, the skin is not yet exhausted.Dryness and flaking can be avoided by using a light gel with moisturizing oils to wash the feet.As an inexpensive means, baby soap is used, after which the skin is wiped and smeared with baby cream.

Creams containing herbs are effective: calendula, chamomile, celandine.It is not recommended to use alcohol wipes to wipe your feet.They dry the skin and contribute to its exhaustion.

In the initial stage, ointments and gels with a light texture are used.Among the effective ointments are:

• Troxerutin.
• Heparin sodium.
• Horse chestnut gel.

Ointments and gels give elasticity to blood vessels, expand them and strengthen the walls.After application, the heaviness disappears, the pain subsides, the swelling gradually decreases.

In combination with ointments, it is recommended to take blood thinners.Blood thinners are not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.

For better heart activity and strengthening of blood vessels, the therapy is supplemented with multivitamins, fish oil, vitamins A and E. Vitamins are taken twice a year: in autumn and spring.

Folk remedies are used in combination with drugs.

Traditional methods

Herbs and natural ingredients are effective for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins in the initial stage.It is important to use folk remedies regularly and for a long time.

Soothing foot bath

To prepare the bath, you need: three drops each of lavender and geranium oil, 2 tablespoons of sea salt, 200 ml of chamomile decoction.The ingredients are poured into a warm foot bath.The feet are immersed in warm water for 25 minutes, after which they are thoroughly wiped and smeared with troxerutin.

The benefit of the procedure increases if the bath is performed before going to bed.Oils and sea salt strengthen blood vessels, tone and give elasticity to the skin.

Compress with herbal decoction

To prepare the decoction, you will need dry herbs: calendula, mint, lemon balm, sage, St. John's wort.Herbs in equal parts (2 tablespoons each) are placed in a thermos, the mixture is poured with 1 liter of boiling water.The infusion should stand for 3 hours.

The broth is strained.A gauze pad is moistened and applied to the area where the varicose veins are located.The compress should be kept until it dries.The sore spot is smeared with baby cream.

Tincture of lilac flowers

Fresh lilac flowers are placed in a half-liter jar.Flowers should take?the entire volume of the container.Everything is poured with vodka and placed in a dark place for 20 days.The finished tincture is filtered.Take 20 drops orally three times a day before meals.

The tincture cleans the blood vessels, helps strengthen the walls and normalizes blood circulation.

Compress of fresh tomatoes

Tomatoes contain a valuable element - lycopene, which gives the fruit its bright red color.The substance helps to strengthen the walls of blood vessels.

To prepare the compress, you will need 1-2 tomatoes.The amount of vegetables depends on the size of the affected area of the legs and the size of the tomato.Tomatoes are ground through a meat grinder or ground in a blender.

The finished porridge is placed on a gauze napkin, which is tied to the legs.The compress should be kept for 1 hour.Then wash the feet with warm water and apply moisturizer.

Vitamin mixture for a healthy heart and blood vessels

In the initial stage of varicose veins, it is important to maintain the work of blood vessels and the heart.To prepare the vitamin mixture, take the following ingredients: 2-3 figs, honey - 2 tablespoons, 1 lemon with the peel, ginger root 1 teaspoon, 3 cloves.

The ingredients are passed through a meat grinder and mixed well.The vitamin mixture is taken 1 teaspoon per day, in the morning after a meal.

In the initial stage, varicose veins can be cured with traditional methods, but it will take time and patience.

Cosmetic correction

At the first stage, varicose veins appear as ugly cobwebs on the legs.From an aesthetic point of view, the symptom is unpleasant, especially if the woman's profession is related to the beauty of the legs.The photo below shows webbed feet.

There are several ways to remove spider veins on the legs:

1. Sclerotherapy.
2. Electrocoagulation.
3. Using BBL broadband light.

The simplest and safest method is the removal of spider veins with a laser.The therapy uses rays that are absorbed only by the blood vessels and do not affect the skin and other tissues.The light energy enters the vessel and is converted into heat.Due to the high temperature, the walls narrow and the web disappears.

Laser correction is quick and painless.The device is applied to the site of the vascular network and a light pulse is applied.The therapy is also effective for removing deeper vessels, in the case of second degree varicose veins.The maximum correction time is no more than 30 minutes.1-2 procedures are required to remove the mesh.

To prevent the skin from overheating, a special freon is sprayed on it.After laser exposure, itching and mild inflammation may occur.Symptoms disappear on their own within a few days.

The initial stage of varicose veins is rarely diagnosed, because the disease occurs without visible symptoms.But timely treatment is more effective.Varicose veins progress rapidly and in the later stages can only be treated surgically.