Venous pathology, or, as the disease is also called, varicose veins, affects the modern population increasingly frequently. Therefore, it is important for everyone to know what is the essence of varicose veins, its causes and how it can appear.
However, as you know, the best treatment is to prevent the onset of the disease, and not to fight the existing symptoms.
The causes of leg varicose veins and their elimination are a long -term basis for research by experts from many countries in the world, therefore, this topic has now been studied quite well.
How the disease develops
In the body of a healthy person, blood circulates in two directions: from the heart down and up, when the blood flows back through the heart muscle. In the blood vessels in the legs, there are valves that keep the blood moving and push the blood flow upwards.
Healthy veins in the legs allow blood to circulate up and down, and its valves provide blood supply to all internal vessels.
If the venous canal is affected and the vein dilates, then the valve does not stick closely to the vessel wall, blood accumulates in the lower part of the leg. This is how varicose veins start.
How can varicose veins be seen further? Incomplete blood flow causes the veins to stretch, the gap between the valve and the venous wall in the leg becomes more and more.
The venous vessels lose tone, a small network of capillaries clearly appears on the surface of the skin, and intravenous pressure increases.
If varicose veins occur, then the veins, unfortunately, are not destined to be completely healthy, and there is a need for treatment. That is why it is necessary to know what are the causes of the appearance of varicose veins, possible ways of prevention and elimination of them.
So, varicose veins are the cause.
Varicose vein appearance factors
The causes of varicose veins have been fully investigated by experts - phlebologists from different countries, and as a result, a number of factors have been proven that cause varicose veins.
- Varicose veins on the legs can occur, first of all, due to the fact that a person is a bipedal being. As a result of the fact that the body of "Homo sapiens" is mainly in an upright position during the day, it puts great pressure on the lower extremity area.
- Hypodynamic lifestyle is another factor in the appearance of varicose veins. During an inactive lifestyle, blood flow in the lower part of the leg slows down first, and then unpleasant stagnation occurs in this area. Chronic edema and a feeling of heaviness in the legs appear. Therefore, if the job is associated with constant presence at the computer, the risk of disease increases significantly.
- Work related to increased physical activity. All organs function in an intensive mode, the tension of the limbs is almost constant. Blood pressure is much higher than normal levels, and deformities of the canals become chronic.
- Stand still. If a person, because of his duties, has to spend a lot of time on his feet, then this also interferes with venous blood flow, there is an increase in blood pressure in the vessels of the feet, and stagnation begins to appear. People with professions like hairdressers, makeup artists, salespeople are at risk.
- Hereditary factors. Unfortunately, many illnesses stem from our older siblings. Therefore, if there were varicose patients in the previous generation, then varicose veins can appear in the offspring more often than in people who did not inherit this dangerous disease.
- Hormonal changes. If the hormonal background is unstable, there is a violation in this regard, then the appearance of venous disease often does not take long. Especially in this way, varicose veins can start in women during pregnancy, when there are colossal hormonal changes. The menopausal period is no less risky in this regard, as estrogen hormone levels decrease, and as a result, the venous walls become looser and more prone to stretching. In addition, long -term hormone therapy can provoke varicose veins.
- Abnormal vein development, various formations in vessels, for example, fistulas or fistulas. If they appear, then blood is expelled directly from the arterial ducts into the veins, so that the intravenous pressure rises sharply.
- Periods of stress, prolonged neurosis. Against stress in the long run is dangerous for the work of the whole body, and the calf vessel is no exception. Dysfunction of the central nervous system usually has a very adverse effect on the function of the circulatory system, including in the lower extremity area.
- Overweight. Obesity is dangerous for the body as a whole, and the legs are seriously overweight. Why do varicose veins appear if the weight has exceeded the norm? The fact is that unnecessary kilograms put pressure on the pelvic and calf ducts, swelling appears, the work of blood vessels is disrupted, and as a result, blood congestion and venous deformation in this area does not take long.
- Smoking. This addiction causes a sharp narrowing of the blood vessels, especially the veins and capillaries located in the lower part of the suffering leg. Because of the sharp spasm, the blood flow in the veins slows down, the blood supply to these areas declines. Vessels become brittle, stagnation occurs, and then thrombus formation.
- Old age. Upon reaching old age, all body systems are lethargic and sometimes refuse to function normally, and the legs are no exception. In addition to the loss of elasticity of the walls of blood vessels and veins, in this case, a decrease in general dynamism, the choice for an inactive lifestyle, also affects.
- Excessive intake of alcohol, fatty, spicy and salty foods. Not only does the venous wall suffer from gastronomic excess, but also excess cholesterol is formed - a major factor contributing to the formation of blood clots and blood clotting.
- Uncomfortable clothes. These are, for example, pants - legs, legs that are too tight, as a result of which there is a violation of blood flow. All elements of this stylish wardrobe, if wearing ordinary clothes, adversely affect health, violations of venous circulation become chronic, defective blood vessels and varicose veins appear.
- Uncomfortable high -heeled shoes or just uncomfortable synthetic materials that do not allow air to enter. While wearing such shoes, the feet are always tense, there is constant pressure on the calf muscles, from which blood accumulates in the venous channels. Ignoring your comfort and health is a direct prerequisite to starting varicose veins.
- Unfortunately, the cause of varicose veins on the legs is also excessive enthusiasm for baths, steam rooms, saunas. If abused, this procedure can also significantly disrupt the circulatory process in the body, causing increased pressure on the veins in the lower legs.
Is it possible to eliminate the cause of varicose veins?
If varicose veins have appeared and the veins lose their natural shape, tone and smoothness, and blood flow is disrupted, then only therapeutic measures will help. And what to do to maintain the health of the venous tract of the legs?
Follow these simple guidelines:
- Control your weight, try to keep your weight normal, do not let the appearance of extra pounds. Let regular physical activity without undue calf muscle tension, physical activity, walking regularly become part of the lifestyle.
- Try to avoid the occurrence of gastronomic excess. Smoked meats, fatty foods, sweets, canned foods and overly salty foods are sure to be very rare guests at your table.
- Give preference to comfortable high -quality shoes made of natural materials, in which your feet will "breathe", and leave high heels only for a ceremonial appearance.
- The same goes for clothes. Avoid synthetics, things that are too tight, don’t buy smaller clothes in hopes of weight loss in the future. First of all, things should be comfortable.
- Overcome addiction. This matter does not require detailed comment.
- You should drink clean still water, weak tea, herbal injections, homemade fruit drinks, fruit drinks. Generally, the amount of fluid should be at least one and a half (preferably two) liters a day.
In conclusion
Like other diseases, foot canal pathology is easier to prevent in a timely manner than to deal with severe symptoms.
If it’s important for you to take care of your health for years, keep an eye on your feet, don’t ignore the heaviness and swelling of the night, try to take some time to relax in the evening after a busy day.
An active lifestyle, a healthy nutritious diet, and the absence of addiction are the keys to staying active for many years.