Degrees of varicose veins: how to not miss an opportune moment to treat this anomaly
Surprisingly, many people at risk of developing varicose veins, this disease also has several degrees. Given the rabid pace of life of most modern people, the initial varicosity can not be noticed and precious time is lost. In total there are four degrees of varicose veins, each of which has its own symptoms.
General information
The female is more likely to develop varicose veins.
Statistics say that in men this disease occurs half as often.
The right and left legs are affected approximately equally. In sixty-five percent of cases, the disease is bilateral.
The first stage of
The initial stage of varicose disease is characterized by the following manifestations:
- Varicose expansion is moderately expressed.
- There is some discomfort in the affected limb.
- There is a feeling of heaviness in the legs( actual for the second half of the day).
- Feeling of fatigue with intense walking or standing.
The functioning of the valvular valve apparatus at this degree of varicose is satisfactory.
An alarming symptom for this degree of varicose is the appearance on the surface of the skin of the mesh of small sosudikov. Many young women call this phenomenon "cobweb" or "stars".
The second stage of
For the second degree of varicose veins, the following symptoms are characteristic:
- Vascular valve deformity.
- Disturbance of venous outflow.
- Appearance of edema( first the feet are struck, then the lower leg).
- Constant pain.
Puffiness on the feet appears in the afternoon, and by morning is safely falling.
At this degree of varicose lady, the alarm sounds, and it is not surprising: swelling causes them the greatest discomfort. Get rid of swelling can be a while sitting in the "American" position, putting both limbs on the table. But even if the swelling diminishes or disappears, do not hesitate to visit the doctor.
The third stage of
. At the third degree of varicose the following symptoms appear:
- Venous hypertension( present permanently).
- Skin pigmentation.
- Permanent swelling of the feet.
This degree has a more vivid clinical manifestation. Patients complain of permanent various symptoms of the disease.
Fourth stage
If the measures are not taken, the disease progresses to the fourth degree. For the fourth degree of varicose veins, the following symptoms are typical:
- Distribution of trophic changes.
- Distribution of eczema.
- The appearance of dermatitis.
To treat the pathology at this stage is very difficult.
Duplicate the development of the disease
Many people mistakenly believe that varicose dilatation is an "old woman" pathology. Alas, today this disease ruthlessly attacks young and beautiful. Physicians unwittingly grab at the head: more often on the characteristic symptoms complaining persons who have not stepped and a forty-year threshold.
Most often, the disease manifests itself when a person reaches twenty-five years of age.
The main reason for the development of this unpleasant pathology in young ladies is pregnancy. But people who are overweight also suffer. Often, women are subjected to anomalies, forced to spend a long time in an upright position. Are not insured against manifestations of pathology and persons leading a sedentary lifestyle.
To prevent disease it is possible. To do this, you need to recognize
on time and begin to seek the help of a qualified phlebologist.
You can stop the beginning varices with:
- contrasting foot baths;
- elastic bandaging;
- massage procedures, which can be carried out independently.
Bath therapy
So, if in one, far from perfect moment, the young lady discovered a cyanotic spider in the popliteal area, that is, there is every reason to assume that varicose begins. You should visit a doctor without fail and, in addition to the main treatment, it is recommended to use water procedures.
The most effective weapon is the contrast shower. Cool water favorably affects the dilated vessels, causing them to shrink in fright. But from the hot relaxing baths it is necessary to refuse for a while.
Binding
Do not be afraid to turn into a kind of mummy. The elastic bandage with the beginning of the disease is superimposed strictly in the knee zone. To wear a bandage it is desirable the whole day without removing. At night, the bandage should be removed, and the affected limb placed on a small hill - so that it was slightly higher than the heart.
Massage procedures
An effective therapeutic and preventive means is massage. With its help, it is easy to normalize the circulation in the legs. It is important to consider that massage procedures should be conducted by a good specialist. If manipulation causes pain, then it should be discontinued and consulted by your doctor.
Do not forget about intense walking. Walking up the stairs is especially useful.
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