The initial stage of varicose veins, photo

Peripheral veins on the legs suffer from a sedentary lifestyle, excess weight and various chronic diseases.

Varicose pathology is dangerous and accompanied by pain.In later stages, trophic ulcers appear and venous insufficiency of deep vessels develops.It is important to recognize varicose veins at an early stage.This will enable the implementation of gentle therapy and significantly improve the quality of life.

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

Characteristics of the disease

The initial stage of varicose veins occurs without visible changes and almost without 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, because women are more susceptible to hormonal disorders.Men suffer from a complex form of enlarged testicular veins - varicocele.But the most common form is considered a pathology of the veins on the legs.

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

Varicose veins in the body develop in the following stages:

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

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

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

Causes of disease

There are more than fifty reasons that can cause changes in the venous system.People whose profession involves stress on their feet and a sedentary lifestyle are especially susceptible to diseases: 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 suffered from venous insufficiency develop varicose veins.
• Weak muscular system.
• Wearing uncomfortable underwear: socks with a narrow elastic band, tight underpants for men.
• 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 susceptible to venous pathologies due to forced hormonal disorders during pregnancy, after childbirth and during menopause.Another important factor why women suffer from foot pain more often than men is the love of high heels.

Men are more susceptible to this disease due to excess weight, love for fatty and spicy food and a 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 by ultrasound of the lower extremities.The first stage has different symptoms, which 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 men starting from adolescence.In the initial stage, the first sign is the different size of the testicles.Differences in size are acceptable, but small.
2. Dilated veins of internal organs.The intestines and uterus are susceptible to vein pathology.Genetic predisposition or portal hypertension contributes to the disease.In the initial stage, it is difficult to diagnose, because there are no primary symptoms.
3. Dilated veins of the lower rectum are hemorrhoids.In the initial stage, a person feels pain when going to the toilet, walking and physical activity.Bleeding from the anus is possible.
4. Venous pathology of the legs.It is more common than other types.

Varicose veins of the legs affect men and women of any age.People with a genetic predisposition notice 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.
• Mild itching and peeling of the skin may occur in the areas of swollen veins.
• Cramps occasionally appear at night.
• Dull pain after exercise.
• Light pressure with a finger causes pain.
• Spider veins appear in some places.
• Veins are soft to palpation.

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

If the treatment is not started at the initial stage of the disease, the blood vessels will burst in some places.Blood clots appear.The skin becomes exhausted and resembles 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 was diagnosed.It is important to contact a phlebologist in time and get recommendations.The treatment is selected depending on the hemodynamics of the disease.Diagnostics are requested from the patient: ultrasound, duplex angioscanning, radionuclide testing.

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 physical exercises, treatment with natural remedies, phlebotonics and wearing special compression garments.
2. Compression sclerotherapy.A special medicine 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 treatment at any 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. Walk once or twice a day.You should walk at a leisurely pace, stopping occasionally to rest.
2. Wear comfortable shoes with a heel no higher than 3 cm.The upper part of the shoe should not have a compression device, and the laces should not be tied as tightly as possible.
3. They attend gym training twice a week.Loads are chosen individually by the doctor and trainer.
4. Review your diet.Products with a high sugar content, fatty meat, flour products and starchy vegetables are excluded from the diet.Most of the diet of patients with varicose veins consists of steamed or boiled vegetables.Fried and spicy food is not recommended.

5. In the evening, your legs should rest.Blood flow will increase if you raise your legs and throw them on a high pillow or sofa back.
6. If the work involves a small amount of movement, it is recommended to lubricate the legs with refreshing gels or ointments containing heparin.
7. A special compression garment or an elastic bandage is used daily.Special underwear is chosen by the doctor.The special feature of compression underwear is its compressive function.Pressure on the body occurs with different forces, which forces the blood to circulate.
8. Change positions often.If you have to sit all the time at work, stand 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.You can avoid drying and peeling by using a light gel with moisturizing oils to wash your feet.As an inexpensive remedy, baby soap is used, then the skin is wiped and lubricated 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 phase, 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 their walls.After application, the heaviness disappears, the pain subsides, the swelling gradually decreases.

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

For better heart function and strengthening of blood vessels, 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 medicines.

Traditional methods

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

Soothing foot bath

To prepare the bath, you will 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 heated water for 25 minutes, then they are thoroughly wiped and smeared with troxerutin.

The benefits of the procedure increase if the bath is performed before going to bed.Oils and sea salt help 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 spoons 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 filtered.A gauze pad is moistened and applied to the area where the varicose veins are located.The compress must be kept until it dries.The sore spot is smeared with baby cream.

Lilac flower tincture

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

Tincture cleans blood vessels, helps strengthen walls and normalizes blood circulation.

Fresh tomato compress

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 dressing, you will need 1-2 tomatoes.The amount of vegetables depends on the size of the affected area on the legs and the size of the tomatoes.Grind the tomatoes through a meat grinder or crush them in a blender.

The finished pulp is placed on a gauze napkin, which is tied to the legs.The compress should be kept for 1 hour.Then the feet are washed with warm water and lubricated with moisturizing cream.

Vitamin mixture for a healthy heart and blood vessels

In the initial phase of varicose veins, it is important to support 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 peel, ginger root 1 teaspoon, 3 cloves.

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

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

Cosmetic correction

In the first stage, varicose veins appear as ugly spider veins 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 her legs.In the picture below are legs with veins.

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

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

The simplest and safest way is to remove spider veins with a laser.The therapy uses rays that are absorbed only by blood vessels and do not affect the skin and other tissues.Light energy enters the container and is converted into heat.Due to the high temperature, the walls narrow and the network disappears.

The laser correction procedure 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 the removal of deeper vessels, in the case of varicose veins of the second degree.The maximum correction time is no longer than 30 minutes.You will need 1-2 procedures to remove the mesh.

In order to prevent overheating of the skin, a special freon is sprayed on it.After exposure to the laser, itching and slight 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 quickly and in the later stages can only be treated surgically.