Varicose veins in men

There is an opinion that varicose veins are considered a female disease.However, more than 55% of all patients have been visiting our clinic for several years.The man does not deal with the aesthetic side: they are not afraid of spider veins or critically swollen veins, which is why many patients still postpone a visit to the doctor "for later".

This can be explained by the fact that varicose veins appear weak at first, and stronger people do not often leave this disease to chance.Over time, the disease causes more discomfort: heaviness in the legs, pain, the veins swell, blood clots and ulcers appear.Concomitant venous diseases also appear, which are treated with surgery.

Treatment of varicose veins

The methods and timing of treatment of varicose veins in each patient depend on the degree of neglect, examinations and health status.

In the initial stage

Hardware massage of the lower limbs— pressotherapy (also known as intermittent pneumocompression or hardware lymphatic drainage for varicose veins).With the help of the device, the cosmetologist selects the optimal treatment regimen individually recommended for the patient at a certain stage of the disease and the indications.The device applies wave-like pressure to the patient's leg (alternating high and low), which forces blood and lymph to actively circulate through the affected tissues.The session lasts about 40 minutes.The procedure can be performed at any age, both men and women.You can return to your daily activities immediately after the session.

Sclerotherapy.Treatment of varicose veins without surgery.A medicine is injected that glues the walls of the duct together.The procedure is painless.After the operation, it is mandatory to wear special textiles and walk for an hour.The procedure is performed without anesthesia.Injections do not leave scars.

Compression jersey (socks, stockings and tights).Uniquely selected.The appearance of anti-varicose underwear is similar to classic underwear, but there are no seams.The material consists of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The material is breathable and pleasant to the touch.More information and recommendations for choosing in the article - Compression tights: how to choose, compression class, sizes.

In advanced stages

Laser coagulation.Insertion of the light guide into the affected blood vessel with a single puncture, without an incision.Radiation is applied to the damaged area by soldering.The laser light heats the affected vessel walls and varicose veins, sealing the varicose vein.This procedure does not require hospitalization.Immediately afterwards, the patient can go home independently.

Miniphlebectomy.Varicose veins are removed by puncture.This technique is used to remove suprafascial tributaries of any diameter.Local anesthesia is used.The essence of this method is to remove and remove the varicose veins with special hooks from separate 1-2 mm punctures in the skin.The veins are not tied, the punctures do not require sewing, hemostasis is achieved with flexible compression.After a few months, the skin scars after surgery are practically invisible.

Compression clothing for varicose veins

In the early stages and after treatment, men are recommended to wear compression clothing, which is selected individually.The appearance of anti-varicose underwear is similar to classic underwear, but there are no seams.The material consists of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The material is breathable and pleasant to the touch.

The men's compression shirt is divided into:

• Stockings for thigh veins;
• pantyhose if both legs are affected;
• knee socks if the disease is on the calves or just above the knees.

At the first sign of illness, you need to buy underwear.

Tips for wearing compression stockings:

1. Carefully put on your underwear to avoid tearing the product.
2. File your fingernails and toenails to avoid tearing your underwear.
3. Put it on in the morning, without waiting for the swelling.
4. Take off the compression garment before going to bed.
5. If an overweight patient finds it difficult to put on the compression garment by himself, it is recommended to purchase a device for putting it on.
6. Wash the clothes in warm water with baby soap.To prevent water from getting on the silicone, tighten the upper part with a thread and clean the rubber band with an alcohol swab.

Prevention

In order not to feel what varicose veins are, we recommend that you follow the simple rules:

• alternating work and rest;
• limit physical activity and standing work;
• excludes visits to saunas and baths;
• switch to a healthy lifestyle;
• consult a phlebologist immediately when you notice the first symptoms of varicose veins;
• exercise therapy.