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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.
Why are my legs getting a lot of big green veins?
if they are on the back of your knees and legs they might be slightly turning into varicose veins.
What goes wrong when varicose veins appear on the legs?
This is when the valves in your veins that keep blood flowing in one direction (up to your heart) become damaged and do not work anymore. Blood can no longer travel up your veins towards the heart as easily by this route, so other veins take over and that vein becomes useless and unused leading to lumpy varicous veins. These can often be painful but can be removed surgically as they no longer work properly so it's ok to take them out. Varicous veins are usually caused by some sort of regular sustained pressure on a particular site, eg always having your legs crossed or having a heavy guitar on your lap a lot. Risk of developing varicous veins is higher in those with sluggish circulation too.
Do people in Zambia walk a lot?
Yes, people in Zambia walk a lot. There are buses and trains, but many cannot afford them.
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.
Why people cannot walk in space?
people cannot walk in space because there is a lot of gravity
What are red dots on the feet?
I have no idea but I just noticed I have some too on mine and I am curious as well.. Someone please answer. They were really noticeable when I first got out of the shower but not they seem to have faded to a lighter pink color.. There is probably 10 or so on each foot just on the tops. I lately have noticed a lot of veins in my feet as well too along with varicose veins. The dots seem to be close to the veins.
How do pirates walk?
People that spend a lot of time on a boat walk with "sea legs."
Varicose veins?
DefinitionVaricose veins are swollen, twisted, and sometimes painful veins that have filled with an abnormal collection of blood.See also:Varicose vein strippingVaricose vein - noninvasive treatmentVenous insufficiencyAlternative NamesVaricosity; VaricosisCauses, incidence, and risk factorsIn normal veins, valves in the vein keep blood moving forward toward the heart. With varicose veins, the valves do not function properly, allowing blood to remain in the vein. Pooling of blood in a vein causes it to enlarge.This process usually occurs in the veins of the legs, although it may occur elsewhere. Varicose veins are common, affecting mostly women.Causes include:Defective valves from birth (congenitally defective valves)PregnancyThrombophlebitisStanding for a long time and having increased pressure in the abdomen may make you more likely to develop varicose veins, or may make the condition worse.Primary varicose veins occur because of congenitally defective valves, or without a known cause. Secondary varicose veins occur because of another condition, such as when a pregnant woman develops varicose veins.SymptomsFullness, heaviness, aching, and sometimes pain in the legsVisible, enlarged veinsMild swelling of anklesBrown discoloration of the skin at the anklesSkin ulcersnear the ankle (this is more often seen in severe cases)Signs and testsThe diagnosis is mainly based on the appearance of the leg veins when you are standing or seated with the legs dangling.At times a physician may order a duplex ultrasound exam of the extremity to see blood flow in the veins, and to rule out other disorders of the legs (such as a blood clot). Rarely, an angiogram of the legs may be performed to rule out other disorders.TreatmentTreatment is usually conservative. You will be asked to avoid excessive standing, raise your legs when resting or sleeping, and wear elastic support hose.You may need surgery or nonsurgical treatment for:Leg pain, often described as heavy or tiredSkin ulcers or sores that are caused by poor blood flow through the veinsImproving the appearance of the legsLipodermatosclerosis - fatty tissue under that skin that hardens over time, caused by high blood pressure in a veinVein strippingis surgery to remove varicose veins in the legs. It is usually reserved for patients who are having a lot of pain or who have skin ulcers.Noninvasive treatments for varicose veins do not involve surgery. Examples are:SclerotherapyLaser ablationRadiofrequency ablationExpectations (prognosis)Varicose veins tend to get worse over time. You can ease discomfort and slow varicose vein progression with self care.ComplicationsPhlebitis (chronic inflammation of the vein)Formation of leg ulcersRupture of a varicose veinCalling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if:Varicose veins are painfulThey get worse or do not improve with self-treatment, such as keeping the legs elevated or avoiding excessive standingComplications occur, including a sudden increase in pain or swelling, fever, redness of the leg, or leg ulcersPreventionAvoid prolonged standing if personal or family history indicates you are at risk of developing varicose veins.ReferencesFreischlag JA, Heller JA. Venous disease. In: Townsend CM, Beauchamp RD, Evers BM, Mattox KL, eds. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2008:chap 68.Nijsten T, van den Bos RR, Goldman MP, et al. Minimally invasive techniques in the treatment of saphenous varicose veins. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2009;60:110-119.Bergen JJ, Shmidt-Shonbein GW, Smith PD, et al. Chronic venous disease. N Engl J Med. 2006;355:488-498.
Varicose problem persist body weight is 115lbs height 5ft female of age 60 years?
Nothing is really wrong. We often hate to hear that things do get older as we get older. In this case the valves in the veins on the surface of the legs are not working as they should. You can use stockings that compress the legs or have the veins removed or live with them. It also sounds like you are on your feet a lot. Stay off your feet as much as possible.
How did the invention of car change the world?
People don't have to walk a lot and people do not have to use animals.
How did the invention of car changed the world?
People don't have to walk a lot and people do not have to use animals.
