Varicose Veins

Varicose Veins & Causes

Varicose veins are twisted, swollen veins. Varicose veins can occur anywhere in the body, but they are most frequent in the legs. Varicose veins are not a life-threatening medical problem. They can, however, be uncomfortable and lead to more significant issues. Increased blood pressure in the veins causes varicose veins. Varicose veins develop in the veins near the skin’s surface (superficial).

Causes :

• Weak or damaged vein walls and valves
• Increased blood pressure in the veins
• Pregnancy
• Being overweight or obese
• Sitting or standing for long periods
• An inactive lifestyle
• Family history of varicose vein

Symptoms

• Itching, color changes, or dry, scaly skin
• Swollen ankles or legs
• Pain, aching, or a feeling of heaviness
• Leg fatigue
• Exercise intolerance

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Home treatments

• Wearing compression stockings
• Elevating your legs
• Exercising regularly, especially walking
• Managing weight
• Avoiding salt
• Wearing low-heeled shoes
• Avoiding tight clothing

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Non-Surgical Solutions for Varicose Veins

1] Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT) is considered a permanent treatment for varicose veins, as it uses laser energy to seal off the affected veins, essentially preventing blood from flowing through them and causing them to shrink and disappear, effectively eliminating the visible signs and symptoms of varicose veins; this means that once treated, the varicose veins should not reappear in the same location

An EVLT (Endovenous Laser Treatment) procedure for varicose veins is a minimally invasive treatment where a doctor uses ultrasound guidance to insert a thin catheter into the affected vein through a small incision in the skin, then delivers laser energy through the catheter to heat and seal the vein, effectively closing it off and preventing blood from flowing through it, resulting in a permanent solution to the varicose vein problem; this procedure is usually performed under local anesthetic and allows patients to walk shortly after treatment with minimal recovery time.

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2] VenaSeal is a minimally invasive procedure that uses medical glue to treat varicose veins. It's a popular treatment option that's considered to be more comfortable and effective than other treatments.

How it works

1. A doctor uses ultrasound to locate the affected veins
2. A catheter is inserted into the vein
3. A small amount of medical glue is injected into the vein
4. The vein walls are pressed together to help the glue set
5. The process is repeated down the length of the vein

Benefits

• Low risk of complications and side effects
• Minimal discomfort
• No need for compression stockings
• Minimal time off work
• Return to normal activities
• No admission to hospital or general anesthesia

What happens after treatment

Over time, the body absorbs the inactive veins, and they will disappear. Fibrous tissue also forms around the glue, causing a permanent seal. VenaSeal can also treat vaginal, pelvic, and vulvar varicose veins.

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