Varicose veins in the legs are a fairly common disease that occurs in 5.4-19.6% of young women and 80% of premenopausal women.The mechanisms of disease development have not yet been fully studied.But all researchers agree that the main cause of the pathogenesis of the disease is the reflux of blood in the veins of the legs, a defect in the venous valves.It is impossible to cure varicose veins, but in most cases it is possible to stop its development.To know which doctor you should contact with varicose veins, you should remember his specialization - phlebologist.In the initial stage of disease development (as part of complex therapy), anti-varicose gels can help.
The principle of action of the gel in diseased veins
Due to the insufficient understanding of the mechanisms of the development of the disease, there are diametrically opposite approaches to its treatment.Some doctors suggest abandoning surgical treatment and placing all efforts in conservative phlebotropic therapy, while others are convinced of the effectiveness of surgical intervention.Many people cannot understand why the veins in their legs appear.The reasons can be different: hereditary factors, poor lifestyle, infectious diseases, pregnancy, hormonal disorders.
But in the initial stages of the disease, it is necessary to provide a powerful venotonic and general strengthening effect to prevent an increase in the lumen of the veins and a significant deterioration of blood circulation and blood properties.
Gels against varicose veins have a softer consistency than creams, so they are better applied to the skin and absorbed faster.The ingredients of the products not only have a beneficial effect on the tone of the veins, but also perfectly relieve many associated symptoms:
- swelling;
- pain and heaviness in the legs;
- convulsions;
- skin hyperpigmentation;
- venous network.
Depending on the spectrum of action and the specifics of the active substance, gels against varicose veins are divided into different groups:
- Anticoagulants (prevent blood clotting and blood clot formation).
- Angioprotectors (improves blood circulation, relieves spasms, reduces vascular permeability).
- 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 in the legs, dermatitis, ulcers with varicose veins).
- Anti-inflammatory gel with non-steroids (neutralize inflammation, relieve pain).
- Antibacterial (relieves inflammation, treats dermatitis, supports the immune system).
- Regenerative (improving metabolism).
- Antiseptics (prescribed for the treatment of ulcers, dermatitis, prevention of thrombosis).
- Sorbtive (show antimicrobial, absorbent activity, promote tissue regeneration).
Tip:Tablets for varicose veins in the legs are the basis for conservative treatment of the disease.But they will act effectively only in combination with other treatment approaches: gymnastics, magnetotherapy, hirudotherapy, pressotherapy.
The most popular gels against varicose veins
There are many popular gels advertised for the treatment of varicose veins.The most suitable drug will be recommended by a specialist after the examination.
Tip:How to treat varicose veins during pregnancy can only be shown by a doctor, based on the results of the examination and laboratory tests.As a rule, expectant mothers are recommended to wear compression stockings, do special exercises for pregnant women and take certain medications against varicose veins.
How can you complete the gel treatment?
In order to increase the effectiveness of the medicine, doctors recommend not only following the advice regarding lifestyle and daily routine, taking pills, but also supplementing the gel 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, rowan berries, buckthorn, apples, carrots and sweet peppers.You should not consume flour, fatty foods, coffee or alcohol.
- Compression jersey.It can be preventive or curative.It supports the veins, reduces the stress level and reduces the pressure on the vessels.
- Traditional medicine: herbal medicine.You don't have to experiment with all the popular recipes against varicose veins, but, for example, you can drink herbal teas from plants that contain useful substances.Worth using: St. John's wort, chamomile, yarrow, rose hips, calendula, horsetail, medicinal dandelion.It is better to buy them in the form of special collections against varicose veins or check with your doctor about the composition and sizes of the recommended collection.They contain many flavonoids, antioxidants and salicylates.
Gels against varicose veins are one of the important components of medical therapy.They cannot act as a single method of treatment, but without them its effectiveness will be lower.