Varicose veins are an extremely unpleasant disease, both physically and aesthetically, for the fairer sex. Signs of varicose veins in women can also appear at a young age, but most often older people face a similar problem.
The reasons for the appearance of varicose veins can be numerous. There are categories of people who are in a special risk group. This should include those who spend a lot of time on their feet or, conversely, lead a sedentary lifestyle. In addition, varicose veins are an inherited disease, therefore, if the father or mother had a similar pathology, it can be easily transmitted to children.
In a neglected state, varicose veins look very ugly. The veins swell, the eggs turn blue and with a lot of vascular nodules. But appearance is not the worst thing, because varicose veins are the cause of the development of many complications related to blood circulation. All this suggests that the problem needs to be solved. It is recommended to do it in the early phase of the development of the disease, but for that you must know what the initial phase of the manifestation of varicose veins looks like.
The first signs of varicose veins
In the early phase, varicose veins are very difficult to diagnose, so most often patients (since women are more susceptible to this disease) turn to specialists quite late. Sometimes you have to spend a lot of time to get your feet back to normal. It is often not complete without surgery.
To prevent this development, it is necessary to consult a doctor when the first signs of varicose veins appear. Even better, carry out periodic prophylaxis, lead a healthy, moderately active lifestyle and give up bad habits.
A woman may suspect varicose veins according to certain signs, in the initial phase it will be periodic swelling of both limbs, severe fatigue even with a slight load on the legs and some kind of buzzing. All this suggests that a woman should at least think about the prevention of varicose veins, and even better to consult a doctor.
Most often, the first signs of varicose veins appear at the moment when a woman's weight begins to change. This may be due to a hormonal imbalance or pregnancy. As a result, the load on the legs will be too strong, and the vessels may not be able to withstand.
In the beginning, everything is accompanied by a feeling of severe leg fatigue. This is especially pronounced when walking for a long time or using uncomfortable shoes. If the job is associated with prolonged keeping on your feet, the sensations will be unpleasant until the evening. But those who spend a lot of time sitting may also show signs of varicose veins. It can develop due to circulatory disorders and improper posture. Women who like to sit cross-legged are especially at risk.
Sometimes the initial signs of varicose veins are similar to other diseases, so even specialists cannot always determine the real cause of the problem. Symptoms of varicose veins may be similar to flat feet and lumbar osteochondrosis. In order to understand that these are really varicose veins, it is necessary to undergo many diagnostic procedures aimed at studying the condition of blood vessels.
When the first signs of varicose veins appear, women do not always rush to the doctor. Many try to solve the problem on their own, but this approach does not always give a good effect.
If at the end of each working day you notice swollen veins, as well as swelling and discomfort, it is necessary to consult a doctor and undergo an examination.
The fairer sex should be especially careful if they are in danger. This applies to pregnant women, those who are obese and have problems with excess weight. In addition, the risk of varicose veins are those who spend a lot of time on their feet, wear uncomfortable shoes, socks or socks with hard elastic bands, and have congenital pathologies of the connective tissue structure.
All this can lead to a violation of the outflow and blood flow to the limbs. The result is varicose veins. People who are in danger should see a doctor immediately when the first suspicious symptoms appear.
Symptoms of varicose veins in different stages
In total, doctors divide varicose veins into 4 main stages. In the first stage, as a rule, the person is not bothered by the unpleasant symptoms of varicose veins. The pain may be mild and sometimes does not occur at all. Here you need to focus on the appearance of the vascular network and periodic swelling.
The second phase is characterized by a constant feeling of heaviness in the legs. The limbs will simply rupture at the end of the day, they will swell, and sometimes cramps appear.
The third phase is already more pronounced in the cosmetic sense. Swelling of the legs will be almost constant, the skin will begin to thicken, and ugly age spots may appear. Even a little time on your feet will cause the pain to become very strong.
The fourth phase is the most serious. In this case, drug treatment will no longer help and surgery will need to be performed. Ulcers will appear on the legs, ie in those places where the veins are particularly swollen. In addition, there is a violation of tissue trophism.
It is worth remembering that you need to start acting as soon as possible. When the first signs of varicose veins are detected, you must consult a doctor and undergo an appropriate diagnosis. The most commonly used phlebography and ultrasound examination. The specialist will then be able to prescribe the appropriate treatment.