Varicose veins in men

There is an opinion that varicose veins are considered a woman's disease.However, more than 55% of the total patients have been visiting our clinic for several years now.The male sex is not interested in the aesthetic aspect: they are not afraid of spider veins or critically swollen veins, so many patients still postpone going to the doctor until "later".

This can be explained by the fact that varicose veins show themselves weakly in the beginning, and the stronger sex often leaves this disease to chance.Over time, the disease causes more discomfort: heaviness, pain in the legs, swollen veins, blood clots and ulcers appear.Concomitant vascular diseases, whose treatment is treated surgically, also occur.

Treatment of varicose veins

Treatment methods and timing of varicose veins in each patient depend on the degree of neglect, tests and health status.

In the initial stage

Apparatus massage of the lower extremities— pressotherapy (also called intermediate 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 indications.The device applies wave-like pressure (alternating high and low) to the patient's legs, which forces blood and lymph to circulate actively in the affected tissues.The session lasts about 40 minutes.The procedure can be done at any age, men and women.You can return to your daily activities immediately after the session.

Sclerotherapy.Non-surgical treatment of varicose veins.A drug is injected that glues the walls of the canal 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 a scar.

Compression uniform (socks, tights and socks).It is selected individually.Anti-varicose underwear looks like classic underwear, but without seams.The fabric consists of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The fabric is breathable and pleasant to the touch.More information and recommendations for choosing in the article - Compression socks: how to choose, compression class, sizes.

In advanced stages

Laser coagulation.Insertion of the light guide into the affected vein using a puncture without incisions.Radiation occurs in the damaged area by soldering.Laser light heats the affected walls of blood vessels and varicose formations, closing the varicose vein.This procedure does not require hospitalization.Immediately after that, the patient can go home independently.

Miniphlebectomy.Varicose veins are removed through punctures.This method is used to remove suprafascial arms of any diameter.Local anesthesia is used.The essence of this method is to extract and remove varicose veins using special hooks from separate 1-2 mm punctures of the skin.Vessels are not occluded, punctures do not require sutures, and hemostasis is achieved by elastic compression.After a few months, postoperative skin scars are practically invisible.

Compression garments for varicose veins

In the early stages and after treatment, men are advised to wear individually selected compression garments.Anti-varicose underwear looks like classic underwear, but without seams.The fabric consists of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The fabric is breathable and pleasant to the touch.

The form of compression for men is divided into:

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

At the first signs of the disease, you need to buy underwear.

Tips for wearing compression stockings:

1. Wear your underwear carefully to avoid tearing the product.
2. Remove your fingernails and toenails to avoid tearing your underwear.
3. In the morning, put it without waiting for swelling.
4. Remove compression garments before going to bed.
5. If it is difficult for an overweight patient to put on a compression garment on their own, it is recommended to purchase a device to put them on.
6. Wash clothes in hot water with baby soap.To prevent water from getting on the silicone, tighten the top with string and clean the elastic band with a cotton pad with alcohol.

Prevention

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

• alternative work and leisure;
• limit physical activity and standing;
• exclude visiting saunas and baths;
• transition to a healthy lifestyle;
• when you see the first signs of varicose veins, immediately contact a phlebologist;
• exercise therapy.