The treatment of lower limb varicose veins can be divided into conservative treatment, sclerotherapy and surgical treatment.
Some people who stand for a long time, such as salespeople and teachers, will have "earthworm" shaped blue veins on their calves, and their legs will be sore and swollen after standing for a long time, fatigue and weakness, and swollen ankles. This is the lower limb varicose veins, mainly caused by congenital weak vein walls, or standing for a long time, or pelvic tumors, pregnancy and uterine compression. The disease not only causes pain, but also affects beauty.
Conservative treatment delays progression: Usually, conservative treatment consists mainly of elastic support and medication. Medication refers to taking drugs that promote venous return and restore the elasticity of the veins. Conservative treatment can only delay the progression of the disease, which is suitable for the following cases: ① The scope is small, the degree is mild, and there is no obvious symptoms. ② For pregnant women, in view of the fact that symptoms often disappear on their own after delivery, temporary non-surgical therapy can be used. ③ The general condition is not good, there are organic lesions in important vital organs, and it is estimated that the operation tolerance is very poor. ④ Old, and unwilling to undergo surgery.
Surgical treatment to remove varicose veins: In the following cases, surgery is required. ① Primary saphenous varicose vein has symptoms, affecting normal life and work. ② Deep vein patency, normal valve function. ③ As part of the operation to correct deep venous insufficiency of lower extremities. ④ Patients with thrombophlebitis. ⑤ Varicose vein bleeding. ⑥ Primary saphenous varicose is asymptomatic, but there are cosmetic requirements. The goal of surgical treatment is to completely remove varicose veins. Common methods include: large (small) saphenous vein stripping, simple varicectomy and dysfunctional communication vein ligation. The specific method should be based on the location of the lesion, the degree and whether there are complications.
Sclerosing agent injection therapy: most suitable for small vein dilation, can also be used as an adjunct to surgery. The idea is to inject a hardener into the vein, causing the vessel to spasm.
The most important protection points for patients with varicose veins in the lower extremities are:
◇ Wrap with elastic socks or elastic bandages.
◇ Can not stand for a long time or travel with heavy loads, can not be too tired.
◇ Patients with severe leg ulcers, after being cured, are prone to repeated attacks, especially pay attention to protection.