Varicose veins are the expansion and lengthening of veins, leading to their tortuosity. The expansion of veins leads to valve failure. In this case, a reverse, pathological blood flow occurs, which contributes to blood stagnation in the veins.
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Gradually, the veins of the second and then the third order expand. Edema increases, leading to disruption of metabolic processes and the appearance of trophic changes and trophic ulcers. This is called chronic venous insufficiency.
Vein dilation in many cases leads to the appearance of telangiectasias - called "spider veins".
Refusal of treatment means further deterioration of the condition and the appearance of complications such as:
- Thrombophlebitis.
- Deep vein thrombosis.
- Dermatitis.
- Stagnation eczema.
- Trophic changes in the skin of the shins.
- Trophic ulcers of the shins, which were considered until recently to be non-healing ulcers.
In most cases, the disease affects women. This is due to several factors: cyclic hormonal changes in the body, pregnancy, and taking contraceptives.
Contrary to popular belief, varicose veins can occur not only on the legs, although this is the most common problem. Varicose veins in women can also appear on the perineum and labia.
Varicose veins are not only a cosmetic defect. This is primarily a disease with dangerous consequences. If you do not pay attention to this in time, more serious consequences may arise that are dangerous to health.
With varicose veins, it is important to consult a specialist in time. Early diagnosis and timely treatment prevent complications and slow down the progression of the disease.
Methods for treating varicose veins
Varicose vein treatment is aimed at shutting off diseased veins from the bloodstream, since it is impossible to return them to a normal state.
Varicose vein treatment is complex and includes:
- wearing special compression hosiery;
- taking venotonics, i.e. drugs that improve blood flow in the veins;
- foam sclerotherapy;
- radiofrequency ablation;
- laser ablation;
- phlebectomy.
Surgical treatment, radiofrequency ablation and laser ablation are used only in cases of large and medium diameter varicose veins. In this case, additional treatment of small, reticular veins and spider veins by sclerotherapy is required.
Foam sclerotherapy gives very good results in the treatment of all types of varicose veins in one course, which is more convenient, faster and cheaper compared to other methods.
The essence of this method is the introduction of a special sclerosing drug into the affected areas, leading to the shrinkage of the dilated vein and its subsequent disappearance.
The advent of foam sclerotherapy made it possible to obtain those excellent results that doctors and patients have always dreamed of.
Advantages of this treatment method:
- performed on an outpatient basis;
- painless;
- safe;
- without any restrictions;
- without anesthesia or local anesthesia;