Almost all women have heard of varicose veins. Twenty-year-old girls are also susceptible to this disease. But most face this problem during pregnancy, especially women with an inherited predisposition.
At first the defect is only cosmetic, but over time pain appears. In advanced conditions, the disease can develop into thrombophlebitis (a common complication of varicose veins), harming the mother and unborn baby. How to avoid such consequences, the best recipes for the treatment of varicose veins, as well as the prevention of the disease - you will learn all this from the following material.
Causes of occurrence
Carrying a baby is a difficult ordeal for a woman, especially in the second half of pregnancy. During this period, the lower body is in constant tension, withstanding considerable loads. Blood vessels can not withstand the accumulated work and burst, this is the main cause of varicose veins in the legs of expectant mothers.
Moreover, blood flow increases in order to nourish not one organism, but two at once, in some cases three! The uterus increases in volume, pressure increases, which interferes with the natural flow of blood, this is another important factor that provokes this disease.
There are other reasons for the development of the disease:
- rapid weight gain, overweight;
- recurrent pregnancy;
- physical inactivity, sedentary work;
- changes in hormonal background;
- hereditary predisposition;
- bad habits;
- doing long sunbathing.
Also, during pregnancy, all latent or chronic diseases get worse, so turn to disease prevention. If the problem still arises, then use prescriptions for treatment.
First signs and symptoms
This disease does not appear at first, but over time, you will definitely feel discomfort and other signs:
- veins swell, appear to the naked eye;
- different types of network are formed - this is the result of rupture of blood vessels;
- in the evening there is severe fatigue in the legs, swelling;
- the pain does not go away until morning, the situation has worsened;
- Varicose veins occur not only in the legs, but also in the pelvic area (uterus, labia). In such a situation, only a doctor will identify this disease, but if you feel itching, pain in the groin, inability to sit for a long time, then immediately consult a gynecologist;
- in advanced cases, patients have lower limb cramps.
If you find any of the above symptoms, you should inform your doctor, he will clarify the diagnosis, prescribe competent treatment.
Classification of the disease
Pregnant women have these types of varicose veins:
- lower limbs. This type is the most common, ved legs are a support for the whole organism, they have to cope with the load that has appeared;
- vagina. Most often diagnosed during the second pregnancy, it is worth intervening immediately by doctors, because such a pathology can complicate the birth of the child;
- uterus. Such a problem is faced by women who have had abortions, have had sexually transmitted infections or are due to a genetic predisposition;
- in the groin. Accompanied by severe pain in this area, interferes with normal walking.
Effective exercises and treatments
Consult your gynecologist, the best option would be if he writes a recommendation to a close specialist - phlebologist (a doctor who treats chronic venous insufficiency or CVI).
Such a physician, depending on the stage of development, the location of the pathology, will prescribe the following drugs:
- local application of oils and oils;
- taking special pills (phlebotonics), which strengthen the walls of blood vessels from the inside, help in the recovery of already damaged;
- anticoagulants. These drugs help dilute the blood, prevent the formation of blood clots, which block blood vessels, which burst over time. They are used in extreme cases, as this can lead to placental abruption, bleeding;
- special underwear. The doctor will choose for you compression tights, socks, with a supportive effect. They can be worn for prophylaxis (70 den) or for treatment (100-280 den);
- all kinds of traditional medicine will help dilate the veins in the legs, read the recipes below.
Important!If you find severe edema, redness in the area of swollen veins, sharp pain, fever, do not hesitate, but call an ambulance!
Upon arrival at the hospital, inform staff about your problem, also do not start this process after your baby is born.
Useful gymnastics for expectant mothers, these exercises will help relieve fatigue, reduce pain and swelling:
- Sit in a chair, move your legs in a circle, do not remove your heels from the floor;
- Stand up straight, extend your left foot forward, rotate first with your foot, then with your whole foot, alternate feet;
- useful it is useful to walk on tiptoe, walk around the whole apartment 3-4 times, then walk on the outside and inside of the foot;
- Sit on a comfortable surface, lift your heels off the floor, socks should stay pressed to the floor, then return to starting position.
Do each such exercise 10 times, preferably 3 sets. Consider your health status and the duration of the pregnancy, you should not overestimate yourself.
Varicose veins can be treated with surgery, but in extreme cases. Such manipulations are strictly forbidden for pregnant women.
Treatment with traditional medicines
Some ladies only trust doctors, but there are methods tested by our mothers and grandmothers. These recipes do not contain chemicals, everything is natural, so there are no specific contraindications for pregnant women, except for individual intolerance to some ingredients.
List of the most effective remedies for varicose veins:
- uthull molle.Can be used externally and taken internally. Rub a little of this product on your skin every night, to increase the effect, drink 1 glass of water with 1 teaspoon of vinegar after eating. Do not expect a quick effect, such a disease requires long-term treatment. You will see the first positive results no earlier than in a month;
- green tomatoes.Cut this fruit into rings, stick to the swollen veins, wrap it with an elastic bandage. Do such manipulations every evening, wash the compress with water in the morning. The course of treatment is about 5-6 months, but the result is worth it;
- potato.This product is found in every kitchen, grate 5 fresh potatoes, place on foot, wrap in cling film, keep for about four hours. Such a compress will immediately relieve the pain, over time the veins will shrink;
- horse chestnut.Prepare a tincture from this ingredient: pour the flower clusters (50 g) with vodka (1 liter), let it bake for 2-3 weeks in a cool place. Strain before use, take 2 tablespoons a day, the course of treatment is ten days, then take a break for 5 days. After 3-4 courses, you will notice a significant improvement in the condition of your veins;
- lilac tincture.Soak 200 g of plant leaves in 800 ml of vodka, leave for about a week. After the period expires, stretch, rub your feet with the resulting solution. Do such manipulations every evening until complete recovery;
- nettle.This method of treatment is long (about a year), but absolutely safe. Drink a decoction of nettle every day for 1 cup (wait the reception 3-4 times). Prescription medication: 2 tbsp. pour tablespoon of dried herbs with 1 cup boiling water, leave for 25 minutes. Drink broth for 1 month, then take a break for 14 days, then repeat the course of treatment;
- apple.Everyone knows a variety such as Antonovka. Take 3 of these fruits, pour 1 liter of boiling water, wait 30 minutes, press the apples into the gravel, drain the juice. Mix the resulting infusion with vodka, honey (1: 1: 1). Take 1 tbsp on an empty stomach. spoon in the morning and at bedtime in the evening. This treatment lasts about a month, you will notice an excellent result;
- silver pelin.Completely grind the fresh flowers of this plant into a homogeneous mass + the same amount of sour milk, stir the mixture. Lubricate the legs with the resulting lattice, cover with gauze. Perform this procedure no more than 5 days, take a break for 3-4 days, then you can repeat the course of treatment 2-3 times more;
- Kalanchoe.Mix the dried leaves of this plant with vodka (1: 1), leave for 1 week, shake the contents periodically. Rub the tincture on the skin of the feet, the pain will disappear, a feeling of relief will appear, the veins will become less visible. This type of treatment also requires a lot of time (3-4 months).
Use these products only after consulting your doctor. You can combine medication with home therapy. You need to remember to follow the diet (eat whole grains, vegetables, not fatty meats), so it will help the body cope with the disease.
Preventive measures
If you did not have varicose veins before pregnancy, there is no hereditary predisposition and you are not overweight, then it will not be difficult for you to take all the preventive measures.
Tips to avoid chronic venous insufficiency during pregnancy:
- give priority to shoes, with low heels, listen to your feelings, you should be calm;
- go swimming, it will help not only prevent varicose veins, but also other diseases. Water treatments are also beneficial for the fetus;
- sleep on your left side after the first trimester. This will reduce the pressure in the vein on the right side;
- do not cross one leg over the other while sitting, this will clog the dishes;
- do not stay in one position for a long time, you are constantly on the move, this is very beneficial for the baby. Of course, unless there are specific contraindications;
- do not wear tight elastic bands, give up socks for a while, with tight elastic bands and other items of tight clothing;
- check your diet, avoid sweet, salty, fatty foods. Leave the chips, soda even in the past.
It will be good if a qualified specialist examines you while planning your pregnancy, so it will be much easier to prevent or cure minor deviations from the norm because most medications cannot be used while takinga child.
Monitor the condition of your body, if you find any unpleasant symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Then you and your baby will be absolutely healthy.