GET RID OF VARICOSE VEINS

Surgeon gives tips on how to prevent varicose veins

 

Every woman loves to show off the legs , especially on hot days when skirts and shorts becomes almost mandatory costume. But beyond the vanity, the varicose veins can become enemies of their welfare. Feeling of heavy legs, pain, burning, fatigue and edema around the ankle are some symptoms of varicose veins , a problem that affects 38% of the population, and the number of cases is much more common in women than in men.

 

The explanation for this may be relevant in women and hormonal changes, particularly during pregnancy, when the increase of the uterus hinders the return of venous blood. Other motives are also pointed to the occurrence of varicose veins are overweight, use of contraceptives and hormone replacement therapies and some work activities that require long periods of standing or sitting. Additionally, heredity still appears as a major factor for the emergence of the problem, because the person is born with a greater propensity to dilation of veins.

According to Gilberto Narchi Rabahie, HCor vascular surgeon, varicose veins appear when the venous valve - through which blood returns ends of the body to the heart - lose elasticity and swell so can no longer fulfill its function. The blood then passes to reflow, which causes further expansion and flow, leading to the formation of varicose veins. "Once swollen, their function is compromised and may lead to symptoms such as pain, fatigue, bloating, weight on legs and cramping due to the retention of blood in these dilated veins. In addition to these symptoms, the patient also has an aesthetic discomfort " explains.

Needless to say that, from an aesthetic point of view, varicose veins create limitations even when choosing clothes, since women avoid shorter outfits, avoid letting your legs out. However, treatment of varicose veins is critical only to improve aesthetics, but the symptoms and mainly to avoid further complications. "Today, there are more modern technologies such as Vascular Laser, which makes varicose veins less invasive correction surgery. In surgery with Laser veins are not removed, but seared, bringing benefits such as reduced surgical trauma, providing excellent recovery post operative and the return to usual activities is earlier than the conventional technique, "explains Rabahie.

The correct procedure for those with varicose veins is looking for a vascular surgeon to diagnose what is the best treatment for your case. If there is any contraindication to surgery, palliative measures can be applied as use of compression stockings and medications that improve venous return. The stockings are a great initiative because they serve to reduce the symptoms and swelling. "The stockings are indicated for mild compression and should be placed in the morning before you even get off the bed, or after a rest 5-10 minutes if not put them before lifting," said the surgeon.

Some measures can help prevent varicose veins as the practice of regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, avoiding overweight, controlling the prolonged use of hormones, no smoking, raise the legs whenever possible and the use of elastic compression (socks elastic). "Genetic and hereditary factors can not be ignored, as they are also factors that influence the development of varicose veins," said the doctor.

Want to learn some simple ways to prevent varicose veins and maintain beautiful legs? The vascular surgeon gives some tips:

• Avoid excess weight by adopting a balanced diet;
• Avoid wearing high heels every day, because they hinder the circulation of blood;
• Before starting treatment with birth control pills, consult a doctor and ask for further explanation;
• Do not be all day in the same position. If it is unavoidable, lift and walk, this will help to release and stimulate blood circulation;
• Be careful with exercises such as weight training or high-impact aerobics, because they cause a greater strain on vessels and, therefore, its expansion;
• Whenever possible, lie down with your legs elevated to promote venous return, since your feet will be higher than the heart;
• Do not smoke, because smoking is harmful to your health and combined with other unhealthy habits can lead to varicose veins;
• Use elastic stockings;
• Never treat varicose veins without the accompaniment of a vascular surgeon.