Varicose veins

Varicose veins - Dr Sandeep Sharma
Varicose veins are veins that are twisted and swollen. Varicose veins can develop near the skin's surface (superficial veins). Varicose veins are most typically found in the legs. Because standing and walking raise the pressure in the lower body's veins, this is the case. Varicose veins are gentle.   The cause of this illness is unknown.

Varicose veins are a cosmetic concern for many people who have no symptoms. They might produce agonizing pain and discomfort, or they can indicate an underlying circulation condition.

Compression stockings, exercise, and operations to seal or eliminate the veins are all options for treatment.

Varicose veins major cause - Increased blood pressure in the veins causes varicose veins. Varicose veins develop in the veins near the skin's surface (superficial). One-way valves in the veins direct blood flow towards the heart. Blood can gather in the veins if the valves become weaker or broken. Varicose and spider veins do not disappear on their own, however, they can fade in appearance. Symptoms may also disappear for a short period of time, especially if you lose weight or increase your physical activity. Your vein symptoms will, however, most certainly recur with time.

How can you keep varicose veins from worsening?

· Exercise regularly to keep varicose veins from getting worse. Your leg muscles are your most powerful allies.

· If you're overweight, you should lose weight.

· Long periods of standing or sitting should be avoided.

· Avoid wearing clothing that is too tight.

· Make sure you have your feet up.

· Wear support underwear.

· Purchase a compression hose.

Leg swelling, discomfort and tenderness, and a red/bluish staining of the skin are all symptoms. This clot could turn into an embolus, which spreads through the bloodstream to various body regions. It may obstruct blood flow to organs including the heart and lungs if it becomes trapped. 

 Varicose veins have several causes

Veins that aren't working correctly cause varicose veins. Blood cannot travel backward through veins because of one-way valves. When these valves fail, blood collects in the veins instead of flowing into the heart. The veins widen as a result. Legs are frequently affected by varicose veins. Because those veins are the furthest from your heart, gravity makes it difficult for blood to move upward.

 A variety of factors can cause varicose veins.

 Standing for long periods of time throughout pregnancy,

·  menopause, 

·  age 50

· Obesity

· varicose veins in the family

 Varicose veins symptoms

Varicose veins are characterized by large, malformed veins that commonly appear on the legs. Over or around the enlarged veins, you may experience pain, swelling, heaviness, and achiness.

 Swelling and discoloration may occur in some circumstances. Veins can bleed profusely and ulcers can occur in extreme situations. 

 A venogram may be performed to further analyze your veins, depending on the location. Your doctor will inject a special dye into your legs and take X-rays of the area during this exam. The dye appears on X-rays, allowing your doctor to see how your blood is flowing more clearly.

 Ultrasounds and venograms can help rule out other issues like a blood clot or a blockage as the source of your leg pain and swelling.

 Radiographic characteristics

A simple radiograph

Varicose veins can show as tortuous dilated opacities under the skin.

 Ultrasound

The existence and distribution of subcutaneous varicosities can be detected using Doppler ultrasonography. Furthermore, it is the preferred method for determining the status of the saphenofemoral junction. Incompetence is shown by blood flow reflux at the junction during the Valsalva maneuver. Reflux that lasts more than one second is serious and usually necessitates surgery. Reflux that lasts less than 0.5-1 second is negligible and should be treated with caution. Incompetent perforators are evaluated while standing.

Dr. Sandeep Sharma is the best doctor for Acute Stroke Mechanical Thrombectomy. He is adept in both suction and stent retrieval, and he performs both techniques simultaneously.

Location: India

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