Varicose veins on the legs are a fairly common disease that occurs in 5.4-19.6% of young women and 80% of premenopausal women.The mechanisms of disease development have not yet been fully studied.But all researchers agree that the leading cause of the pathogenesis of the disease is the reflux of blood in the veins of the legs, a defect in the venous valves.Varicose veins cannot be cured, but in most cases it is possible to stop their development.To know which doctor to contact with varicose veins, you need to remember his specialization - phlebologist.Anti-varicose gels can help in the initial phase of disease development (as part of complex therapy).
The principle of action of the gel on diseased veins
Due to insufficient understanding of the mechanisms of disease development, there are diametrically opposed approaches to its treatment.Some doctors suggest abandoning surgical treatment and investing all efforts in conservative phlebotropic therapy, while others assure the effectiveness of surgical intervention.Many people cannot understand why their leg veins stick out.The reasons can be different: hereditary factors, bad lifestyle, infectious diseases, pregnancy, hormonal disorders.
But in the initial stages of the disease, it is necessary to ensure a strong venotonic and general strengthening effect in order to prevent an increase in the lumen of the veins and a significant deterioration of blood circulation and blood properties.
Gels against varicose veins have a softer consistency than creams, so they are better applied to the skin and absorbed faster.The components of the product not only have a beneficial effect on the tone of the veins, but also perfectly relieve many associated symptoms:
- swelling;
- pain and heaviness in legs;
- convulsions;
- hyperpigmentation of the skin;
- venous network.
Depending on the spectrum of action and the specifics of the active substance, gels against varicose veins are divided into different groups:
- Anticoagulants (prevent blood clotting and the formation of blood clots).
- Angioprotectors (improve blood circulation, relieve spasms, reduce vascular permeability).
- Phlebotonics, phleboprotectors (increase the tone of vein walls, improve blood flow, have an anti-inflammatory effect).
- Corticosteroids (hormones in their composition act as antiseptics, act as vasoconstrictors, remove inflammation on the legs, dermatitis, ulcers with varicose veins).
- Anti-inflammatory gels with non-steroids (neutralize inflammation, relieve pain).
- Antibacterial (relieves inflammation, treats dermatitis, supports the immune system).
- Regeneration (improving metabolism).
- Antiseptics (prescribed for the treatment of ulcers, dermatitis, prevent thrombosis).
- Sorptive (shows antimicrobial, absorbent activity, promotes tissue regeneration).
Tip:pills for varicose veins on the legs are the basis for conservative treatment of the disease.But they will work effectively only in combination with other approaches to treatment: gymnastics, magnetotherapy, hirudotherapy, pressotherapy.
The most popular gels against varicose veins
There are many popular gels advertised for the treatment of varicose veins.The most suitable medicine will be recommended by the specialist after the examination.
Tip:Only a doctor can tell you how to treat varicose veins during pregnancy, based on the results of the examination and laboratory tests.As a rule, expectant mothers are recommended to wear compression stockings, special exercises for pregnant women and take certain drugs against varicose veins.
How can you supplement the gel treatment?
In order to increase the effectiveness of the drug, doctors recommend not only following advice regarding lifestyle and daily routine, taking pills, but also supplementing gels with other components of medical therapy.
- Diet.The food of patients with varicose veins should be rich in vitamin P (rutin).The diet should include nuts, black currants, rowan berries, sea buckthorn, apples, carrots and sweet peppers.You should not consume flour, fatty foods, coffee or alcohol.
- Compression jersey.It can be preventive or curative.It supports veins, reduces stress levels and reduces pressure on blood vessels.
- Traditional medicine: herbal medicine.You should not experiment with all folk recipes against varicose veins, but, for example, you can drink herbal teas from plants that contain useful substances.It is worth using: St. John's wort, chamomile, yarrow, rosehip, calendula, horsetail, medicinal dandelion.It is best to buy them in the form of special anti-varicose collections or check with your doctor the composition and proportions of the recommended collection.They contain many flavonoids, antioxidants and salicylates.
Gels against varicose veins are one of the important components of medical therapy.They cannot act as a unique method of treatment, but without them its effectiveness will be lower.