What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are the problem of twisted veins. Any vein in the body part can become varicose but the veins in the leg are prone to this condition. This happens when you stand or walk for a long time and its pressure in the veins.
For some patients, the problem can cause pain and discomfort and sometimes it might cause some serious problem. Whereas in some cases, it is just a mild issue or simply is a cosmetic concern. The patient can get the varicose veins treatment by consulting the doctor at right time. The treatment will involve self-care and the precautions which the doctor will advise you.
How The Problem Varicose Veins Is Related To The Problem Of A Blood Clot?
When the pain of varicose veins become unbearable then there are certain health factors that may get affected. The symptoms will start from itching and pain in the legs. On the other side when the problem is excess the veins can bleed. The doctors will tell the patients that there is a risk of DVT. In this situation, it will prevent the blood circulation and it will form a blood clot in the leg. The patients who experience this problem will suffer from pulmonary embolism (PE).
In that case, the patient will face problem in breathing, chest pain, and heaviness in the chest. If the problem of PE is examined early then it will be treated to lower its risk and on the other hand, the DVT treatment will also be given. It should be best the patients should start the treatment early before anything worse happens. The main aim is to prevent the blood clot and reduce the risk of both the problems.
Symptoms Related To Varicose Veins
- Itching around the veins.
- The veins appear dark purple in color.
- After standing and walking for a long time the pain becomes unbearable.
- The color of the skin gets changed around the veins.
There is a mild type of varicose veins is spider veins. They look like a spider web. They are found on the face and legs and basically under the skin.
Treatment
Medical treatment of varicose veins will include.
- Thermal ablation
- Vein stripping
- Microphlebectomy
- Compression stockings
- Sclerotherapy
Prevention
The patients can prevent the problem by keeping their weight healthy, avoid crossing your legs when you are sitting, don’t wear tight clothes, and exercise regularly.
