Varicose veins.
People often use these words to imagine the thick and twisted blood vessels that entangle their legs. But this is only the most famous sign of pathology. There are others.
Sometimes varicose veins will only cause cosmetic discomfort, but some symptoms of varicose veins will directly affect the quality of life. For example, many people have pain in the veins of their legs. Basically, the sensation is mild, but in rare cases, even ordinary walking can become painful.
Therefore, we will discuss the pain of varicose veins later. Regarding the cause and treatment.
But first, let's talk about the disease itself: about development mechanisms, risk factors and complications.
Therefore, blood flows from the heart to the organs and tissues through the arteries, where it provides oxygen and nutrients. The blood flows back through the veins.
It is particularly difficult for blood to flow through the venous system of the leg, because here it must almost always rise straight from the foot.
She obstructed gravity.
Some blood flows down and accumulates in the blood vessels. As a result, the veins expand and their walls stretch too much. Overcrowded blood vessels can be seen on the skin.
In healthy people, blood discharge is prevented by a protective mechanism-venous valves. This is the name of the vascular media. They capture the flowing blood and return it to the blood. However, for many people, this system will malfunction.
For various reasons, the valve sometimes becomes weak or injured, which increases the possibility of vein overflow. This is how varicose veins appear.
The following factors increase the risk of varicose veins
- Genetic predisposition. . . Scientists have not yet figured out why some people are born with fragile venous valves. But this fact is confirmed. If both parents have blood vessel swelling, then their child has a 90% chance of inheriting the disease.
- Old age. . . The body gradually faded. The eyes look worse and the skin becomes dry. Aging also affects the valve system, which becomes more fragile and weak. Therefore, people over the age of 60 often have varicose veins—worn valves simply cannot withstand the load of blood flow.
- Excess weight. . . the amount of blood in the human body is different. First of all, it is affected by weight-the greater the quality, the greater the amount of blood in the body. Unfortunately, the increase in weight did not strengthen the valve. They are forced to withstand a large amount of blood overpressure, which increases the possibility of venous overflow.
- pregnancy. . . The mother's body is under tremendous pressure. Because of many reasons. Due to the increase in blood volume, hormonal imbalance and the effect on the large blood vessels, the pressure on the valve increases. We have already talked about the effects of blood. Changes in hormone levels will damage the elasticity of the vein wall, making it easy to stretch, but will slowly return to its original state. The baby grows next to the large vein. Sometimes the fetus will pinch them. In this case, the lumen of the blood vessel will decrease, and the body will increase the pressure in the vein to push the blood upward. Therefore, the load on the valve increases.
- Sitting or standing still for long periods of time. . . When walking, the leg muscles help the blood vessels pump blood to the heart. They constrict and constrict veins. As a result, the blood is pushed up. In a resting leg, the muscle pump does not work, which is why the entire load falls on the vein and valve system.
As you can see, some factors are related to natural processes, while others are related to lifestyle. But the result is the same.
Varicose veins can cause many symptoms:
- Fatigue and heaviness of the legs
- Spider-like or tree-like web structure with dilated veins
- Burning and itching
- twitch
- edema
- Pain when walking after prolonged immobility
- Skin discoloration
- Twisted thick blood vessels
Varicose veins develop slowly.
The doctor even classified him as stage 0, during which no external signs have appeared, but the problem of the venous valve has already appeared.
Usually, the patient first feels the weight of the leg, and then others are added to the problem. The intensity of symptoms will also change. In the early stages, the pathological signs will intensify in the evening and disappear in the morning. For advanced diseases, they will last all day.
But persistent annoying symptoms are not the main danger in the final stage of varicose veins.
Patients may experience complications:
- bleeding. . . Break through swollen subcutaneous blood vessels. In rare cases, the fragile walls of the diseased vein cannot withstand pressure, causing the wound to bleed. This damage is difficult to repair. Therefore urgent medical care is required.
- Thrombosis and embolism. . . Due to poor blood circulation, blood clots, dense blood clots, often accumulate in dilated blood vessels. They close the venous cavity. Sometimes the blood clot fragments will fall off and enter the blood, and then they will get stuck in the blood vessels of the lungs. This phenomenon is called embolism. During this period, breathing sometimes stops.
- Trophic ulcer. . . Due to the lack of oxygen, the tissue near the diseased vein gradually dies, and non-healing wounds appear in its place. Ulcers are difficult to heal. They have a high risk of recurrence.
Fortunately, the complications of varicose veins only occur in some patients-trophic ulcers occur in 6% of patients, and bleeding and embolism are even less common.
As you can see, without treatment, pathology can sometimes cause great inconvenience. It can even destroy a person.
Therefore, it is recommended to consult a phlebologist for any symptoms. Including when the vein is injured. In order to respond to this threat in time, it is best to understand the cause of this symptom.
What causes severe pain from varicose veins?
In most cases, patients with varicose veins do not experience severe pain. Only sudden movements. For example, when they stand up after a long period of inactivity.
However, persistent severe pain afflicts the patient, usually in the later stages of the pathology. It is simply because all the symptoms of the disease will intensify at this time, and will not disappear even at night.
What causes leg vein pain?
Mainly because of hypoxia. Dilated blood vessels cannot supply adjacent tissues well, which can lead to unpleasant feelings.
Another cause of pain is trophic ulcers. These unhealable wounds are painful to the touch, which means that even light contact with clothing can cause serious discomfort.
Pain with varicose veins in the legs may be a sign of thrombophlebitis. This is the pathological name for the formation of blood clots in inflamed veins.
to sum up.
If the mild pain of dilated blood vessels is a standard symptom, then it is rarely exacerbated. In the later stages of pathology. Accompanied by trophic ulcers and thrombophlebitis.
Therefore, when the swollen vein is seriously injured, it indicates the rapid development of the disease. In this case, you should consult a doctor immediately. Although many people postpone visiting a vascular specialist and try to get rid of symptoms on their own.
How to eliminate the severe pain of varicose veins?
Heaviness of the legs, slight swelling and other mild pathological symptoms can be relieved by simple methods-contrast showers, certain types of massage. However, with the development of varicose veins, this is of no avail.
In addition, if the leg veins are very sore, then delaying the visit to the phlebologist will only worsen the blood vessel condition. It doesn't make sense to endure such torture.
Timely treatment of varicose veins will eliminate irritation and prevent complications. Therefore, choose a reliable clinic and make an appointment with a doctor. An inspection will help you understand hundreds of folk recipes.
If you are concerned about severe pain caused by varicose veins, what treatment should you use?
First, the doctor will examine the blood vessels. He will perform an ultrasound examination of the vein and find out the cause of the pain. Only in this way, the doctor will choose the treatment plan.
For example, certain procedures may be effective for varicose veins, but they cannot handle complications well.
When leg veins are injured, accurate diagnosis is extremely important for correct treatment. Without it, the cause of the symptoms cannot be eliminated.
But after the diagnosis, the phlebologist will usually provide the patient with multiple treatment options at the same time:
- Vessel Resection
- Intravascular laser coagulation
- Foam sclerotherapy
These methods are less traumatic-that is, they do not damage the skin and do not leave scars.
Let us summarize now.
What if the veins in the legs hurt?
See a doctor immediately.
Yes, some remedies and methods can relieve pain, but these are only temporary measures. Sooner or later, this disease must be treated.
And it’s best to get rid of the swollen veins as early as possible, because in this case you will get rid of the swollen veins before dangerous complications appear.
In addition, if the veins on the legs are very painful, then this picture is not a typical varicose veins. Maybe another pathology is the cause of the discomfort. The doctor will help determine her identity.
Which clinic should I go to?
Many medical centers are now performing vascular ultrasound diagnosis. But it is best to choose a clinic with an experienced doctor.