Initial stage of varicose veins, photo

The peripheral veins of the legs suffer from a sedentary lifestyle, excess weight and various chronic diseases.

Varicose pathology is dangerous and accompanied by pain.In 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 allow you to carry out gentle therapy and significantly improve your quality of life.

Let's take a closer look at early-stage varicose veins in the photo in the article.

Features of the disease

The initial stage of varicose veins occurs without visible changes and has practically no symptoms.In 70% of patients, venous pathology is diagnosed in the third or fourth degree, when the condition can only be alleviated surgically.

In the fairer sex, varicose veins are more common, as 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 the pathology of the leg veins.

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

Varicose veins in the body develop in the following stages:

1. The valve responsible for the outflow of blood, for some reason, stops working normally and the walls of the blood vessels weaken.
2. Due to weak flow, blood circulation decreases, blood clots form in the veins and pressure increases in the weakened walls of blood vessels.
3. The gaps narrow and the 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 expansion, the upper walls of the venous system approach the epidermis and become clearly visible.The skin becomes exhausted and dry.
5. Areas of accumulation of blood clots grow, veins stretch and become “twisted”.

In progressive varicose veins, the veins resemble thick purple strings, 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 become infected.The disease progresses to 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 involves stress on the 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.
• Wear uncomfortable underwear: socks with tight elastic, tight underwear for men.
• Lack of activity and physical activity.
• The habit of crossing one leg over the other while sitting.
• Rare changes in body position: standing, lying, sitting.
• Chronic diseases: diabetes mellitus, increased blood viscosity.

Out of every ten people who suffer from varicose veins, eight are female.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 their love of high heels.

Men are more susceptible to the disease due to being overweight, their 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 by ultrasound of the lower extremities.The first phase presents different symptoms, which are associated with the location of the disease.

According to location, varicose veins are divided into types:

1. Venous pathology of the seminal canal.Varicocele develops in men from adolescence onwards.In the initial phase, the first sign is the different size of the testicles.Size differences are acceptable but small.
2. Varicose veins of internal organs.The intestines and uterus are susceptible to venous pathology.Genetic predisposition or portal hypertension contributes to the disease.In the initial stage it is difficult to diagnose as there are no primary symptoms.
3. Varicose veins in the lower part of the rectum are hemorrhoids.In the initial stage, the person feels pain when going to the bathroom, walking and performing physical activities.It is possible to bleed from the anus.
4. Venous pathology of the legs.It is more common than other species.

Varicose veins in the legs affect men and women of any age.People with a genetic predisposition observe vascular changes as early as adolescence (16–17 years).

Among the first signs of varicose veins of the lower extremities are:

• At the end of the day, the legs swell and weight appears.
• In areas of swollen veins, slight itching and peeling of the skin is possible.
• At night, cramps appear periodically.
• Dull pain after exercise.
• Light pressure from the fingers causes pain.
• Spider veins appear in some places.
• The veins are soft on palpation.

In the later stages, the veins swell and become more visible.When touched, the person feels pain.The vases become harder and more ornate.Swelling at night spreads to the ankle and foot.A person feels dull pain and their legs quickly get tired.

If treatment is not started at the initial stage of the disease, the vessels will rupture in some places.Blood clots appear.The skin becomes depleted and looks like a thin sheet of paper.The affected areas are covered in ulcers.In more advanced cases, bleeding begins and gangrene forms in 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 place of localization and the general clinical condition of the patient, one of the treatment methods is selected:

1. Conservative.It includes physical exercise, treatment with natural remedies, phlebotonics and the use of special compression garments.
2. Compressive sclerotherapy.A special drug is injected into the vein, which fills the damaged vessel and glues the torn walls together.
3. Surgical intervention.It includes several 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 with the simultaneous use of traditional methods.Laser therapy is suitable as a corrective aesthetic procedure.

Rules and recommendations

In the initial phase of varicose veins, the patient is recommended to follow the following rules:

1. Go for 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 shoe 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 rich in sugar, fatty meats, flour products and starchy vegetables are excluded from the food.The majority of a varicose vein patient's diet consists of steamed or boiled vegetables.Fried and spicy foods are not recommended.

5. At night, your legs need to rest.Blood flow will increase if you lift your legs and throw them on a high pillow or the back of the sofa.
6. If the work involves few movements, it is recommended to lubricate the legs with cooling gels or ointments containing heparin.
7. Special compression garments or elastic bandages are worn every day.Special underwear is selected by a doctor.The peculiarity of compression underwear is its compressive function.The pressure on the body occurs at different intensities, which forces the blood to circulate with force.
8. Change positions frequently.If you have to sit constantly at work, 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

In the early stage of varicose veins, the skin is not yet depleted.Dryness and peeling can be avoided by using a light gel with moisturizing oils to wash your feet.As an inexpensive 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 wipes moistened with alcohol to clean 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.
• Sodium heparin.
• Horse chestnut gel.

Ointments and gels give elasticity to blood vessels, dilate them and strengthen their walls.After application, the weight disappears, the pain subsides and the swelling gradually decreases.

In combination with ointments, it is recommended to take blood-thinning medications.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 in 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 of lavender and geranium oil, 2 tablespoons of sea salt, 200 ml of chamomile decoction.The ingredients are placed in a hot foot bath.The feet are immersed in heated water for 25 minutes, then wiped well and lubricated with troxerutin.

The benefits of the procedure increase if the bath is performed before bed.Oils and sea salt help strengthen blood vessels, tone and give elasticity to the skin.

Compresses 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 must rest for 3 hours.

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

Lilac flower dye

Fresh lilac flowers are placed in a half-liter jar.Should flowers be taken?the entire volume of the container.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 cleans blood vessels, helps strengthen 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 to 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 chopped in a meat grinder or crushed in a blender.

The finished pulp is placed on a gauze napkin tied around the legs.The compress must 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 initial phase 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 peel, ginger root 1 teaspoon, 3 cloves.

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

In the initial phase, varicose veins can be cured using traditional methods, but this will require 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 simplest and safest method is to remove spider veins with 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 container 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 site of the vascular network and a pulse of light is applied.The 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, a special freon is sprayed onto it.After laser exposure, itching and mild inflammation may occur.Symptoms disappear on their own within a few days.

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