Many patients with heirs accept their fate. He puts up with his complaints with the idea that he has no choice but to live with his heir and that he will relapse even if he receives treatment. However, the treatment methods for varicose veins are increasing day by day and unfortunately many patients continue their lives without knowing this…
What is varicose veins?
Although varicose veins are known as the enlargement of the veins, It is a condition that causes not only aesthetic but also serious health problems. Its definition dates back thousands of years. So much so that in the 5th century BC, Hippocrates talks about the treatment of heirs. Despite this, developments in the treatment of varicose veins have been in the last century. Varicose veins are of various types according to the size of the vein. Varicose veins that are less than 1 mm and in which thin capillaries, especially in the legs, are observed like a spider web, are called telangiectasia. While the varicose veins between 1-3 mm and slightly thicker veins are observed are called reticular varices, those of 3 mm and above are the veins that are knotty, which we now know literally as varicose veins.
So why these varicose veins;
strong>As a matter of fact, -even if it is not fully proven- heirs are often inherited from the family, so genetic predisposition is very important. So much so that if both parents have varicose veins, the child can develop near varicose veins to a large extent. But it is not only our parents who are responsible, it also takes a lot of place in our own choices. Especially our lifestyle, profession and gender, even the clothes we choose are important. Barbers, hairdressers, nurses, surgeons and clerks, who are among the occupational groups that survive, take the main place among the risky groups. What else is important? There are many other factors such as obesity, pregnancy, some drugs (especially hormonal drugs used in women), sedentary life.
How do varicose veins occur?
Varicose veins It occurs especially as a result of the vein system of the legs not working well. The veins in the legs work against gravity and deliver the dirty blood in the legs to the heart. As such, there are valves in the veins to prevent this blood from escaping. With the deterioration of these valves, varicose veins begin to develop. Varicose veins may not be seen externally in every patient. Especially in overweight people, the veins under the adipose tissue may not be noticed. However, varicose veins can make itself felt with other complaints. Increasing pain, itching in the legs, night cramps and swelling, especially later in the day, are among the most common complaints. In addition, varicose veins can cause cracks and bleeding in the skin.
Is it possible to prevent varicose veins?
Of course, varicose veins are a natural condition to occur as long as human life continues. However, it is very possible to reduce varicose veins with lifestyle changes. First of all, we should try not to gain weight and lose the weight we have gained. If we smoke, we must quit immediately. In addition, it is important not to stay standing for a long time unless it is necessary, to take our rest with our legs extended, not to wear tight trousers and tights, to avoid the use of high heels, especially for women, not to be inactive, to stay away from hot environments such as saunas and spas. However, sports such as walking, swimming, comfortable and loose clothing, and the use of compression stockings are useful practices. or there is a misconception that it will repeat itself. In general, this is the most frequently asked question by patients; “Does it recur after treatment” and “what happens if it recurs”. Persons with heirs must have a specialist examination. Today, we have quite a few treatment options for varicose veins. These are drugs, varicose stockings and open or closed surgery options. Surgical treatment can be applied with open and closed methods.
Goodbye, Remember the heir is not your destiny……
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