Initial stage of varicose veins, photo

Peripheral veins in the legs suffer from a sedentary lifestyle, obesity and various chronic diseases.

Varicose veins are dangerous and cause pain.In later stages, trophic ulcers appear and venous insufficiency of deep vessels develops.It is important to detect varicose veins early.This enables gentle therapy and significantly improves the quality of life.

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

Characteristics of the disease

The initial stage of varicose vein disease is without visible changes and almost symptom-free.In 70% of patients, venous pathology is diagnosed in the third or fourth degree, when the disease can only be alleviated surgically.

Varicose veins are more common in the weaker sex, as women are more susceptible to hormonal disorders.Men suffer from a complex form of testicular varicose veins - the varicocele.However, the most common form is pathology of the veins in the legs.

Varicose veins of the uterus and lower rectum - hemorrhoids - are dangerous.These forms often occur in women during pregnancy and do not always disappear after birth.

Varicose veins in the body develop in the following stages:

1. For some reason, the valve responsible for the outflow of blood ceases to function normally and the walls of the blood vessels become weaker.
2. Due to weak outflow, blood circulation slows down, blood clots form in the veins, and pressure on the weakened walls of blood vessels increases.
3. The gaps narrow and the blood does not have time to flow through the veins in the required amount.In places where blood accumulates, the vein walls stretch.
4. As a result of the expansion, the upper walls of the venous system move closer to the epidermis and become clearly visible.The skin becomes exhausted and dries out.
5. Areas where blood clots accumulate grow, veins stretch and become “twisted”.

As varicose veins progress, the veins resemble thick purple strands, are clearly visible and protrude from the surface of the skin.Trophic ulcers appear on the shell, which do not heal for a long time, but 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 the disease

There are more than fifty reasons that can cause changes in the venous system.People whose profession is associated with strain on the legs and a sedentary lifestyle are particularly susceptible to the disease: salespeople, hairdressers, programmers, accountants, drivers.

Scientists have conducted research for many years and have 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 muscles.
• Wear uncomfortable underwear: socks with a tight elastic band, tight underpants for men.
• Lack of activity and physical activity.
• The habit of crossing one leg over the other when sitting.
• Rare changes in posture: standing for long periods, lying down, sitting.
• Chronic diseases: diabetes mellitus, increased blood viscosity.

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

Men are more susceptible to the disease due to excess weight, preference for fatty and spicy foods, and a sedentary lifestyle.

Symptoms of venous pathologies

In the initial stages, the disease does not have pronounced symptoms and is difficult to detect.In the photo below you can see the initial stage of varicose veins.What is striking is that there are practically no changes.

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

Depending on their location, varicose veins are divided into the following types:

1. Venous pathology of the seminiferous canal.In men, varicocele develops in adolescence.In the initial stages, the first sign is a different size of the testicles.Differences in size are acceptable but small.
2. Varicose veins of internal organs.The intestines and uterus are susceptible to venous diseases.A genetic predisposition or portal hypertension contribute to the disease.In the early stages, diagnosis is difficult because there are no primary symptoms.
3. Varicose veins of the lower rectum are hemorrhoids.In the initial stages, a person feels pain when using the toilet, walking and during physical activity.Bleeding from the anus is possible.
4. Venous pathology of the legs.It is more common than other species.

Varicose veins on the legs affect men and women of all ages.People with a genetic predisposition notice vascular changes as early as adolescence (16–17 years).

The first signs of varicose veins of the lower extremities include:

• At the end of the day, the legs swell and a feeling of heaviness occurs.
• Areas with swollen veins may experience mild itching and peeling of the skin.
• Cramps occur regularly at night.
• Dull pain after training.
• Light finger pressure causes pain.
• Spider veins appear in some places.
• The veins are soft on palpation.

In later stages, the veins swell and become more visible.When touched, the person feels pain.The vessels become harder and more decorated.In the evening the swelling spreads to the ankle and foot.The person feels stabbing pain and his legs tire quickly.

If treatment is not started in the early stages of the disease, the vessels may burst in some places.Blood clots occur.The skin becomes exhausted and resembles a thin sheet of paper.The affected areas become covered with ulcers.In the most advanced cases, bleeding occurs and gangrene forms on the leg.Immediate amputation is required.

The success of therapy depends on the stage at which the disease is diagnosed.It is important to contact a phlebologist in a timely manner and get recommendations.Treatment is selected depending on the hemodynamics of the disease.The patient is asked to undergo diagnostics: ultrasound, duplex angioscanning, radionuclide test.

Treatment

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

1. Conservative.Includes physical exercise, treatment with natural remedies, phlebotonics and wearing special compression clothing.
2. Compression sclerotherapy.A special medication is injected into the vein, which fills the damaged vessel and glues the torn walls together.
3. Surgical intervention.Includes various techniques suitable for treatment at any stage of the disease.

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

Rules and recommendations

At 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 of no more 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 train in the gym twice a week.The loads are selected individually by the doctor and trainer.
4. Check your diet.Products with a high sugar content, fatty meats, flour products and starchy vegetables are excluded from food.The majority of a patient with varicose veins' diet consists of steamed or boiled vegetables.Fried and spicy foods are not recommended.

5. Your legs need rest in the evening.The outflow of blood increases if you lift your legs and place 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 containing heparin.
7. Special compression stockings or an elastic bandage are used daily.Special underwear is selected by a doctor.The special feature of compression underwear is their compression function.The pressure on the body varies, forcing the blood to circulate.
8. Change positions frequently.If you have to sit constantly at work, get up and sit down several times every 30 minutes.Exercise helps prevent varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

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

Drug therapy

In the early stages of varicose veins, the skin is not yet exhausted.You can avoid dryness and flaking by washing your feet with a light gel containing moisturizing oils.Baby soap is used as a cheap remedy, then the skin is wiped and greased with baby cream.

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

At the initial stage, ointments and gels with a light texture are used.Effective ointments include:

• Troxerutin.
• Heparin sodium.
• Horse Chestnut Angel.

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

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

For better heart function 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 medications.

Traditional methods

Herbs and natural ingredients are effective for preventing and treating varicose veins in the early 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.Feet are immersed in heated water for 25 minutes, then thoroughly wiped and lubricated with troxerutin.

The benefit of the procedure increases if the bath is carried out before bedtime.Oils and sea salt strengthen blood vessels, tighten and give the skin elasticity.

Compress with herbal decoction

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

The broth is filtered.A gauze pad is moistened and applied to the area where varicose veins are located.The compress must be kept until dry.The sore spot is lubricated with baby cream.

Lilac flower tincture

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

The tincture cleanses blood vessels, strengthens their 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 compress 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 tomato.Tomatoes are minced through a meat grinder or chopped in a blender.

The finished pulp is laid out 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 moisturizer.

Vitamin blend for a healthy heart and blood vessels

In the early stages of varicose veins, it is important to support the function of the 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 thoroughly.The vitamin mixture is taken 1 teaspoon per day in the morning after meals.

In the initial stages, varicose veins can be cured using traditional methods, but this requires time and patience.

Cosmetic correction

In the first stage, varicose veins appear as unsightly 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.The photo below shows legs with spider veins.

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

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

The easiest and safest method is to remove spider veins using a laser.The therapy uses radiation that is absorbed only by the blood vessels and does not affect the skin and other tissues.Light energy enters the vessel and is converted into heat.The high temperature causes the walls to narrow and the mesh to disappear.

Laser correction is quick and painless.The device is attached to the site of the vascular network and a light pulse is applied.The therapy is also effective in removing deeper vessels in second-degree varicose veins.The maximum correction time is a maximum of 30 minutes.To remove the mesh, 1-2 procedures are required.

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

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