Varicose veins in men.

There is an opinion that varicose veins are considered a female ailment.However, for several years more than 55% of all patients have visited our clinic.The male sex is not worried about the aesthetic aspect: they are not afraid of spider veins or critically swollen veins, which is why many patients still postpone visiting the doctor until "later."

This can be explained by the fact that at first varicose veins manifest themselves weakly and the stronger sex often leaves this disease to chance.Over time, the disease causes more discomfort: heaviness in the legs, pain, inflammation of the veins, the appearance of blood clots and ulcers.Concomitant venous diseases also appear, the treatment of which is carried out by surgery.

Treatment of varicose veins

The methods and terms of treatment for varicose veins in each patient depend on the degree of negligence, the tests and the state of health.

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 select the optimal regimen recommended individually for the patient at a certain stage of the disease and its indications.The device applies wave-like pressure to the patient's legs (alternating up and down), forcing 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 will be able to return to your daily activities.

Sclerotherapy.Treatment of varicose veins without surgery.A medication is injected that glues the walls of the canal together.The procedure is painless.After the operation, it is mandatory to wear special textile clothing and walk for one hour.The procedure is performed without anesthesia.The injections do not leave scars.

Compression jersey (socks, tights and tights).Individually selected.Anti-varicose underwear looks similar to classic underwear, but is seamless.The fabric is made of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The fabric is breathable and pleasant to the touch.More information and recommendations for choosing in the article - Compression stockings: how to choose, compression class, sizes.

In advanced stages

Laser coagulation.Insertion of the light guide into the affected vessel through a single puncture without incisions.Radiation occurs in the damaged area due to welding.Laser light heats the affected walls of blood vessels and varicose formations, closing the varicose vessel.This procedure does not require hospitalization.Immediately afterward, the patient can go home on his own.

Miniphlebectomy.Varicose veins are removed by punctures.This technique is used to remove suprafascially located tributaries of any diameter.Local anesthesia is used.The essence of this method is to remove and remove varicose veins using special hooks from skin punctures 1 to 2 mm apart.Veins are not ligated, punctures do not require suturing, and hemostasis is achieved by elastic compression.After several months, postoperative skin scars 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 looks similar to classic underwear, but is seamless.The fabric is made of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The fabric is breathable and pleasant to the touch.

The men's compression shirt is divided into:

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

You should buy underwear at the first sign of the disease.

Tips for wearing compression stockings:

1. Put on the underwear carefully so as not to tear the product.
2. File your fingernails and toenails to avoid tearing your underwear.
3. Put it on in the morning, without waiting for it to swell.
4. Remove compression garments before going to bed.
5. If an overweight patient finds it difficult to put on compression garments on their own, it is recommended to purchase a device to put them on.
6. Wash clothes in warm water with baby soap.To prevent water from coming into contact with the silicone, tighten the top with thread and clean the elastic band with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol.

Prevention

In order not to feel what varicose veins are, we recommend following simple rules:

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