Varicose veins of the legs is a fairly common disease, occurring in 5.4-19.6% of young women and 80% of premenopausal women.The mechanisms of the development of the disease have not yet been fully investigated.However, all researchers agree that the leading cause of the pathogenesis of the disease is the backflow of blood in the veins of the legs, the failure of the venous valves.It is impossible to cure varicose veins, but in most cases it is possible to stop their development.To find out which doctor to turn to with varicose veins, you need to remember his specialization - the phlebologist.In the initial stages of the disease (as part of complex therapy), anti-varicose gels can help.
The principle of the effect of the gel on diseased veins
Due to the insufficient understanding of the mechanisms of the development of the disease, there are diametrically opposed approaches to its treatment.Some doctors recommend to abandon surgical treatment and devote all efforts to conservative phlebotropic therapy, while others are convinced of the effectiveness of surgical intervention.Many people do not understand why the veins on their legs protrude.The causes can be different: hereditary factors, bad lifestyle, infectious diseases, pregnancy, hormonal disorders.
However, in the initial stages of the disease, a strong venotonic and general strengthening effect should be provided in order to prevent the increase in the lumen of the veins and a significant deterioration of blood circulation and blood properties.
Varicose vein gels have a softer consistency than creams, so they can be applied more easily to the skin and are absorbed faster.The components of the products not only have a beneficial effect on the tone of the veins, but also perfectly alleviate many related symptoms:
- swelling;
- pain and heaviness in the legs;
- convulsions;
- skin hyperpigmentation;
- venous network.
Depending on the spectrum of action and the characteristics of the active ingredient, gels against varicose veins are divided into different groups:
- Anticoagulants (prevent blood clotting and blood clot formation).
- Angioprotectors (improves blood circulation, relieves spasms, reduces the permeability of blood vessels).
- Phlebotonics, phleboprotectors (increase the tone of the vein walls, improve blood flow, have an anti-inflammatory effect).
- Corticosteroids (hormones in their composition act as antiseptics, have a vasoconstrictor effect, remove inflammation of the legs, dermatitis, ulcers in varicose veins).
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory gels (neutralizes inflammation, relieves pain).
- Antibacterial (anti-inflammatory, to treat dermatitis, to support the immune system).
- Regenerative (improving metabolism).
- Antiseptics (prescribed for the treatment of ulcers, dermatitis, prevention of thrombosis).
- Sorptive (antimicrobial, shows absorbent activity, promotes tissue regeneration).
Tip:tablets for varicose veins on the legs are the basis of conservative treatment of the disease.But they work effectively only in combination with other treatment methods: gymnastics, magnetotherapy, hirudotherapy, pressotherapy.
The most popular gels against varicose veins
There are many popular, advertised gels for the treatment of varicose veins.The most suitable medicine will be recommended by a specialist after the examination.
Tip:Only a doctor can tell you how to treat varicose veins during pregnancy based on the results of the examination and laboratory tests.Expectant mothers are generally advised to wear compression stockings, do special exercises for pregnant women, and take certain medications against varicose veins.
How can the gel treatment be supplemented?
In order to increase the effectiveness of the medicine, doctors recommend not only following advice on lifestyle and daily routine, taking pills, but also supplementing the gels with other components of medical therapy.
- Diet.The diet of patients with varicose veins should be rich in vitamin P (rutin).The diet should include nuts, black currants, gooseberries, sea buckthorn, apples, carrots and sweet peppers.Do not consume flour, fatty foods, coffee or alcohol.
- Compression shirt.It can be preventive or curative.It supports the veins, reduces stress levels and reduces pressure on the veins.
- Traditional medicine: herbal medicine.It is not worth experimenting with all folk recipes against varicose veins, but for example, you can drink medicinal teas made from plants containing beneficial substances.It is worth using: St. John's wort, chamomile, yarrow, rosehip, marigold, horsetail, medicinal dandelion.It is best to buy them in the form of special anti-varicose collections, or consult with your doctor about the composition and proportions of the recommended collection.They contain many flavonoids, antioxidants and salicylates.
Anti-varicose gels are an important component of medical therapy.They cannot act as a single method of treatment, but without them the effectiveness will be lower.