Initial stage of varicose veins, photo

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

Varicose pathology is dangerous and accompanied by pain.At 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 make it possible to carry out 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.

Features of the disease

The initial stage of varicose veins occurs without visible changes and has virtually no 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, since women are more susceptible to hormonal disorders.Men suffer from a complex form of testicular varicose veins - varicocele.But the most common form is considered to be 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 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 the blood vessels weaken.
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 blood does not have time to pass through the veins in the required volume.In places where blood accumulates, the walls of the veins stretch.
4. Due to 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 of accumulation of blood clots grow, veins stretch and become “twisted”.

With progressive varicose veins, the veins resemble thick purple ropes, are clearly visible, and protrude on the surface of the skin.Trophic ulcers appear on the cover, which do not heal for a long time, they 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 provoke changes in the venous system.People whose profession involves stress on their legs and a sedentary lifestyle are especially susceptible to the disease: 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 tight 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, 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 disruptions during pregnancy, after childbirth, and during menopause.The second important factor why women suffer from leg pain more often than men is the love of high heels.

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

Symptoms of venous pathologies

At the initial stage, the disease does not have pronounced symptoms and is difficult to recognize.In the photo below you can see the initial stage of varicose veins.It is noticeable that there are practically no changes.

The disease is diagnosed only using ultrasound of the lower extremities.The first stage has different symptoms, which are associated with 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 in adolescence.At the initial stage, the first sign is different size of the testicles.Size differences are acceptable, but minor.
2. Varicose veins of internal organs.The intestines and uterus are susceptible to vein pathology.Genetic predisposition or portal hypertension contributes to the disease.At the initial stage, it is difficult to diagnose, since there are no primary symptoms.
3. Varicose veins of the lower rectum are hemorrhoids.At the initial stage, a person experiences pain when visiting the toilet, walking and physical activity.Bleeding from the anus is possible.
4. Venous pathology of the legs.It is more common than other species.

Varicose veins of the legs affect men and women at any age.People with a genetic predisposition observe 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.
• In areas of swollen veins, slight itching and peeling of the skin are possible.
• At night, cramps periodically appear.
• Dull pain after exercise.
• 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 experiences pain.The vessels acquire hardness and become more ornate.Swelling in the evening spreads to the ankle and foot.A person experiences nagging pain and his legs quickly get tired.

If treatment is not started at the initial stage of the disease, the vessels will burst in some places.Blood clots appear.The skin becomes depleted and resembles a thin sheet of paper.The 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 therapy depends on the stage at which the disease is diagnosed.It is important to contact a phlebologist in time and get recommendations.Treatment is selected depending on the hemodynamics of the disease.The patient is asked to undergo diagnostics: ultrasound, duplex angioscanning, radionuclide testing.

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 garments.
2. Compression sclerotherapy.A special drug is injected into the vein, which fills the damaged vessel and glues the torn walls together.
3. Surgical intervention.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.The patient is prescribed physical activity 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

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 calm pace, stopping periodically to rest.
2. Wear comfortable shoes with heels no higher 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 attend training at the gym twice a week.Loads are selected individually by the doctor and trainer.
4. Review your diet.Products high in sugar, fatty meats, flour products and starchy vegetables are excluded from food.Most of the diet of a patient with varicose veins consists of steamed or boiled vegetables.Fried and spicy foods are not recommended.

5. In the evening, your legs need to rest.The outflow of blood will increase if you raise your legs and throw them on a high pillow or the back of the sofa.
6. If the work involves a small amount of movement, it is recommended to lubricate the legs with refreshing gels or ointments that contain heparin.
7. Special compression garments or an elastic bandage are used every day.Special underwear is selected by a doctor.The peculiarity of compression underwear is its compressive function.The pressure on the body occurs with different strengths, which forces the blood to circulate forcibly.
8. Change positions frequently.If you have to sit constantly at work, then get up and sit down several times every 30 minutes.Exercise will help prevent varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

Simple recommendations will help prevent the development of venous pathology at its initial stage.

Drug therapy

At the initial stage of varicose veins, the skin is not yet depleted.Dryness and flaking can be avoided by using a light gel with moisturizing oils to wash your feet.As a cheap 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 out the skin and contribute to its depletion.

At the initial stage, 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, dilate them and strengthen the walls.After application, heaviness disappears, pain calms down, swelling gradually subsides.

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

Traditional methods

Herbs and natural ingredients are effective for 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 chamomile decoction.The ingredients are poured into a warm foot bath.The feet are immersed in heated water for 25 minutes, then thoroughly wiped and lubricated with troxerutin.

The benefits of the procedure increase if the bath is performed before bedtime.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 tablespoons 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 varicose veins are located.The compress must be kept until it dries.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 filled with vodka and placed 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, helps strengthen the 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 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 crushed 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 off with warm water and lubricated with moisturizer.

Vitamin mixture for a healthy heart and blood vessels

At the initial stage of varicose veins, it is important to support the functioning of blood vessels and the heart.To prepare the vitamin mixture, take the following ingredients: 2-3 figs, honey - 2 tablespoons, 1 lemon with skin, ginger root 1 teaspoon, 3 cloves.

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

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

Cosmetic correction

At 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 simplest and safest method is to remove spider veins using 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 vessel and is converted into heat.Due to the high temperature, the walls narrow and the mesh disappears.

The laser correction procedure is quick and painless.The device is applied to the location of the vascular network and a light pulse is applied.Therapy is also effective for removing deeper vessels, with second degree varicose veins.The maximum correction time is no more than 30 minutes.To remove the mesh you will need 1-2 procedures.

To prevent the skin from overheating, special freon is sprayed onto it.After laser exposure, itching and slight inflammation may occur.Symptoms go away on their own within a few days.

The initial stage of varicose veins is rarely diagnosed, since the disease occurs without visible symptoms.But timely treatment is more effective.Varicose veins progress rapidly and in later stages can only be treated surgically.