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How are varicose veins diagnosed?
The physician will examine the veins while the patient is first in a standing position and a second time while the patient is lying down. X rays or ultrasound tests can detect varicose veins in the deep and perforator veins
Who do varicose veins mostly occur in?
Varicose veins most often occur in people who must sit or stand a lot. More women than men get varicose veins, and more women during or after child-bearing ages develop varicosities. They mostly occur in the lower legs, from the knee down to the ankle, but mostly around the knee and upper calf.
What promotes varicose veins?
Varicose veins are veins under the skin of the legs, which have become dilated and tortuous. They are very common.Blood flows down the legs through the arteries, and back up the legs through the veins. There are two main systems of veins in the legs - the deep veins which carry most of the blood back up the legs to the heart, and the superficial veins under the skin, which can form varicose veins. All these veins contain valves which should only allow the blood to flow towards the heart. Failure of these valves allows blood to flow backwards down the veins and increase pressure when standing. This excess pressure leads to dilation of the veins and the appearance of varicose veins.What causes varicose veins?Varicose veins and spider veins often run in families. Hormonal factors including pregnancy, menopause, the use of birth control pills and HRT also affect the condition. Other predisposing factors include ageing, standing occupations, obesity and leg injury.What are the symptoms?Other than cosmetic embarrassment the commonest symptoms from varicose veins are aching, discomfort, and heaviness of the legs, which are usually worse at the end of the day. Sometimes the ankle can swell too. Elevating the legs and wearing support stockings can help to alleviate the symptoms.ln a few people the high pressure in the veins causes damage to the skin near the ankle, and a red skin rash can develop. lf these skin changes are allowed to progress, or if the skin is injured, an ulcer may result.Other problems which varicose veins can occasionally produce, are superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation of the veins) and bleeding.What is the treatment?The only way to get rid of varicose veins is with surgery or more recently, endovenous laser therapy or ultrasound guided sclerotherapy.www.specialistvascularimaging.com
When you are sitting down with your legs cross does cause your blood pressure to go up?
No. It does however cause blood vessel compression, and blood flow cannot get back up to the heart . Can contribute to varicose veins. Nerve compression.
What is good for vericose vein pain?
Aching from varicose veins is caused by the blood pooling in the bottom of your calves due to the incompetent venous valves. It is helpful to lie down and elevate your legs to assist the blood to drain out. You can also wear compression stockings. Ultimately though, the varicose veins will probably need to be treated (eg endovenous laser therapy or ultrasound guided sclerotherapy) to achieve a lasting cure.
The function of valves in the veins?
The valves help the blood to go in one direction against gravity up towards the heart and prevent it from reluxing down. In case these valves malfunction varicose veins occur.
What is the major function of valves in veins?
To stop the blood travelling the wrong way down the vein. One way system lol.
Why do varicose veins develop if a valve is not working properly?
In order to pump the blood back up the legs to the body and heart, there are small, one-way "flapper" valves in the veins that prevent the blood from flowing backwards back down into the legs. These valves help reduce the pressure in the veins and allow the movement of the muscles in the legs to help squeeze the blood upwards. Without the valves, this squeezing is more likely to push the blood down instead of up.
How to Treat Varicose and Spider Veins?
Varicose and spider veins are common concern for people of many ages, from young to old. For some, it’s a hereditary condition, for others, it comes with age. At early stages these conditions are not bothersome and are no more than aesthetic concern for people. With time may become painful if left untreated. Spider veins are broken capillaries which look like blue and red spider webs. They are commonly found on legs and face. These often start showing up for women during pregnancy due to changing blood flow and hormones. Blood flow increases and is pooling more in legs, putting more pressure on veins. Small veins break and cause spider veins. Large veins start bulging and turn into varicose veins. When valves are damaged, blood can’t flow properly back to the heart, thus collecting in veins. Although some veins may return to normal after childbirth, many varicose veins remain and can become worse with each pregnancy. Untreated varicose veins can become ulcerated and cause pain and discomfort. Varicose veins are often accompanied by edema of the lower part of the leg and feet. Non-invasive vein treatment includes compression therapy, although it does not cure the problem, just makes the symptoms less bothersome. Compression tights, stockings and socks are sold by prescription and can be purchased at pharmacies or specialty stores. There are maternity stockings available for pregnant women to minimize the pressure on veins and keep the swelling down. Invasive treatments include surgeries to reroute the blood flow from the damaged vein to healthy veins. Depending on severity of the problem and doctor’s experience, the vein can be surgically removed or closed up. It collapses and becomes invisible under the skin. Vein treatments are commonly done with a laser or by injecting a chemical. They are performed under local anesthesia and are painless. Insurance companies do not cover vein treatments for cosmetic purposes only. However, if they are causing a lot of discomfort and may become much worse if left untreated, many insurance companies will pay for the surgery. It is important to consult a doctor first and be referred to a specialist to be evaluated for a vein treatment.
Something that you do sitting down?
your moving when your sitting down
What is kathisophobia?
an irrational fear of sitting down. an irrational fear of sitting down.
Can you pray while sitting down"?
Yes, you can pray while sitting down.
