Varicose veins in men

There is an opinion that varicose veins are considered a female disease.However, for several years more than 55% of the total number of patients visit our clinic.The male sex does not worry about the aesthetic side: they are not afraid of spider veins or critically swollen veins, which is why many patients still postpone the visit to the doctor until "later".

This can be explained by the fact that at first varicose veins appear poorly and the stronger sex often leaves this disease to chance.Over time, the disease causes more discomfort: heaviness in the legs, pain, swelling of the veins, blood clots and ulcers.Associated diseases of the veins also appear, the treatment of which is treated with surgery.

Treatment of varicose veins

Methods and time of treatment of varicose veins in each patient depend on the degree of negligence, tests and health status.

In the initial stage

Hardware massage of the lower extremities— pressotherapy (also called intermittent pneumocompression or hardware lymphatic drainage for varicose veins).The cosmetologist uses the device to choose the optimal regimen recommended individually for the patient at a certain stage of the disease and indications.The device applies wave-like pressure to the patient's legs (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, men and women.Immediately after the session you can return to your daily activities.

Sclerotherapy.Treatment of varicose veins without surgery.A medicine is injected that glues the canal walls 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 marks.

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

In advanced stages

Laser coagulation.Insertion of the light guide into the affected vessel using a single puncture without incision.Radiation occurs in the damaged area through welding.Laser light heats the affected walls of blood vessels and varicose formations, closing the varicose vessel.This procedure does not require hospitalization.Immediately after it, the patient can go home independently.

Miniphlebectomy.Varicose veins are removed through punctures.This technique is used to remove located suprafascial branches of any diameter.Local anesthesia is used.The essence of this method is to remove and remove varicose veins using special hooks from special 1-2 mm skin punctures.Veins are not ligated, punctures do not require suturing, and hemostasis is achieved by elastic compression.After a few months, the skin scars after surgery are practically invisible.

Compression garments for varicose veins

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

The compression jersey for men is divided into:

• stockings for varicose veins of the thighs;
• tights if both legs are affected;
• knee socks if the disease is in the calves or just above the knee.

You should buy underwear at the first sign of illness.

Tips for wearing compression stockings:

1. Wear the underwear carefully so as not to tear the product.
2. Cover your fingernails and toenails to avoid tearing your underwear.
3. Put it in the morning, without waiting for swelling.
4. Remove the compression garment before going to bed.
5. If it is difficult for an overweight patient to put on compression garments by himself, it is recommended to buy a device to put them on.
6. Wash clothes in warm water with baby soap.To prevent water from getting into the silicone, tighten the top with string and clean the elastic band with a cotton pad with alcohol.

Preventing

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

• alternative work and rest;
• limit physical activity and standing work;
• exclude visiting saunas and baths;
• switch to a healthy lifestyle;
• immediately contact a phlebologist when you notice the first symptoms of varicose veins;
• exercise therapy.