The blood circulation system of human body mainly has three types of vessels – Arteries, Veins & Capillaries. Just to give you an idea of how vast this amazing network is spread out in our body, the total length of these vessels could circle our earth twice. All these three vessels have its own function and with failure in one our system could collapse in no time.
Veins are the most important function to perform; it carries the deoxygenated blood from all part of the bodies back to the heart. There are different types of issues can arise with veins, but two most common type of problems are Varicose Veins & Spider Veins. The problem to the concern person is not only about a bad looks but it is also painful, constant discomfort & it gets more severe if untreated. If you or your loved ones are suffering; you can get help from our best vascular surgeon in Pune Dr. Yadav Munde.
Get to know Varicose Veins & Spider Veins
Varicose Veins – Large, raised, superficial swollen veins visible through skins. As per study, it affects up to 50% of women & 25% of men. The reason for this problem is abnormal blood flow through leg veins. This veins generally flows blood to heart upwards but if blood travel downward the veins gets pressurised causing veins to twist, swollen & bluish in colour.
Spider Veins – Different from varicose veins problem, spider veins are very thin, small, clustered like spider webs or starburst, purplish-blue or red in colour and close to skin. Most common in women than men and quite often after pregnancy.
Causes for this problem are Age, Hereditary, Occupation (Prolonged sitting/standing), Obesity, Pregnancy, Birth control pills, Hormonal changes etc.
Treatment
Dr. Yadav Munde, renowned Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Pune, recommends below non-surgical procedures for varicose or spider veins-
- Endovenous Laser Ablation Therapy/ Radiofrequency Ablation (Non-surgical)
- Sclerotherapy
Prevention
We may not be able to prevent Varicose & Spider Veins from happening as it depends on many factors out of which on some factors we do not have control. Below are some preventive actions we can do –
- Lose excessive body weight
- Do not sit or stand in same position for prolonged time
- Break idle time by moving after every 30 minutes
- Sleep with feet at same level of heart (By keeping feet on pillow)