Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins visible just under the skin, making them relatively easy to detect, though never comfortable. They often cause symptoms such as heaviness in the legs, edema, swelling, pain, and cramps.
Both men and women can be affected, but they are more common in the latter. They are not caused by a single factor, but can arise from various causes. Obesity is one of the main causes, along with sedentary lifestyles, prolonged standing, contraceptives, and even a family history of varicose veins.
The problem with varicose veins is that they not only affect the aesthetic appearance of the person who suffers from them, but they often lead to health problems if not addressed properly.
- A common issue related to varicose veins is varicose ulcers, caused by constant scratching of the affected area. These ulcers are painful and difficult to heal.
- Bleeding caused by the rupture of varicose veins, whose walls are very weak, as is the skin, causing blood to leak out.
- Superficial phlebitis, where the varicose vein appears as a dilated and hardened cord, the inflamed area is reddish and painful.
- Scratches and lesions caused by constant scratching can lead to infections resistant to treatment.
- Thrombosis occurs due to the formation of clots inside varicose veins, and it can have serious consequences if the clot dislodges and reaches deeper circulation.
- In severe cases, a pulmonary embolism occurs when the clot (thrombosis) detaches and travels to the heart and then to the pulmonary arteries.
- In extreme cases, the varicose vein may need to be removed surgically.
If you already have varicose veins, the best thing is to learn how to combat them. For example, avoiding prolonged sun exposure can help, applying cold water showers on the affected areas, lying down and elevating the legs above the heart level if you've been standing for a long time, and lastly, using compression stockings.
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