More recently, the global medical community has recognized varices one of the "major" diseases of the XXI century. For example, in Russia it is suffering from 20% of men and 40% (!) - Women. And that, "for a moment", every second inhabitant of the country! And even a little bit more.
What is the terrible varicose veins? Who is at risk? Try to understand.
It turns out, is particularly dangerous varicose veins running. And in the early stages of the disease to be treated quite successfully. But what are the signs of impending disaster?
About varicose veins indicate:
- swollen subcutaneous and intradermal veins;
- swelling of the lower extremities;
- constant feeling of heaviness in the legs.
Varicose veins can be triggered solely by genetic predisposition individual (such a person with the birth of the wrong ratio of collagen and elastic fibers the walls of the veins). But external factors only increase the risk of disease.
Contribute to the emergence of varicose veins are overweight and a sedentary lifestyle, heavy physical and thermal stresses. In addition, the situation is aggravated by "professional" factor. Varicose veins, as we know, are primarily at hairdressers, waitresses, salespeople, etc. In general, everyone who spends their working day "on their feet" or a static load.
Launched varices: what he was afraid of? Its complications, of course. This trophic ulcers and thrombophlebitis, which threaten the patient. A blood clot can also form in any moment to break away. That is why doctors often say that "varices" shoots "in the legs, and gets straight to the heart."
Also, a patient with varicose veins threaten:
- multiple sclerosis of the skin;
- dermatitis;
- venous eczema.
And meanwhile treated varicose veins! But first, the patient passes a comprehensive examination and observed in phlebologist.
In the initial stages of this conservative treatment, in severe cases - surgery (currently practiced malotravmaticheskih operational methods, using the most modern medical equipment).
With regard to the prevention of varicose veins, phlebologists strongly recommend:
- move more;
- to control their weight and not allow his set;
- do fitness;
- going to the smaller baths and saunas, be under direct sunlight;
- wear comfortable shoes with a small heel.
The main thing, remember: varicose veins - it is a disease with no age. It affects everyone - from schoolchildren to pensioners. So take care of their own health, no matter how many years you may be.
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