VARICOSE VEINS DANGER IN PREGNANCY

“`VARICOSE VEINS DANGER IN PREGNANCY“`
WHAT IS VARICOSE VEIN?
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted,veins which form in the body especially in the leg and other part of the body. When it is form in the rectum, it is called *Hemorrhoids*

Varicose veins occur when veins of the legs swell, many changes in pregnancy can increase the risk of hemorrhoids and varicose veins, such as increased blood Volume, which Enlarges the veins. The heavy weight of the growing baby, which passes on the large blood vessel in the pelvis, altering blood flow.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF VARICOSE VEINS?
The causes of varicose veins are :
•Varicose veins are usually caused by weak vein wall and Valves.
•An increase in blood Volume.
•A decrease in the rate at which blood moves from leg up to the pelvis.
•Surging hormone.

For woman already at risk of varicose veins due to the family history, these factors add up to swollen, purplish lump. They are not only unsightly but very uncomfortable.

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATION OF VARICOSE VEINS?
*Ulcers* : painful ulcers may form on the skin near varicose veins, particularly near the ankles.
*Blood clot:* Occasionally, veins deep within the legs become enlarged.
• *Bleeding* : Occasionally, veins very to the skin may burst.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF VARICOSE VEINS?
When painful signs and symptoms occur they may include:
• An achy or heavy feelings in your legs.
• Burning, throbbing, muscle cramping and swelling in your legs.
• Worsened pain after sitting or standing for a long time.
• Itching around or more of your veins.
• Skin discoloration around a varicose vein.

Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, but they’re smaller. Spider veins are found closer to the skin’s surface and are often red or blue. The spider veins also occur on the legs, but can also be found on the face. They vary in size and often look like a spider’s web.

HOW DO I PREVENT VARICOSE VEINS?
There’s no way to completely prevent varicose veins. But improving your circulation and muscle tone may reduce your risk of developing varicose veins or getting additional ones. Visit us today at Adebayo living tower hospital and the same measure you can take to treat the discomfort from varicose veins at home can help prevent varicose veins, including:
√ Exercise
√ Watching your weight
√ Elevate your legs
√ Eating a high-fibre, low-salt diet
√ Changing your sitting or standing position regularly.

*WHO DO I TALK TO ABOUT MY VARICOSE VEINS*?
Visit our medical professional at Adebayo living tower hospital.

CAN I HAVE VEIN TREATMENT WHILE PREGNANT?
NO: Because most often, surgery and minimally invasive procedures to treat varicose veins are avoided during pregnancy and there is usually too much risk.

WHEN SHOULD I CALL DOCTOR ABOUT MY VARICOSE VEINS DURING PREGNANCY?
As soon as you notice them. Because there is a general association between varicose veins and risk of deep vein thrombosis {DVT} or blood clot, that isn’t just in pregnancy, be sure you visit our medical professional at Adebayo living tower hospital to make us aware of your condition.

OUR DIAGNOSIS ON VARICOSE VEINS AT ADEBAYO LIVING TOWER HOSPITAL
To diagnose Varicose veins our medical professional at Adebayo living tower hospital will do physical examination which will include looking at your legs while you’re standing to check for swelling and also ask you describe any pain and aching in your legs.

You may also need an ultrasound test so endeavor to visit us at Adebayo living tower hospital to see if the valves in your veins are functioning normally or if there’s any evidence of blood clot.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENT OF VARICOSE VEINS AT ADEBAYO LIVING TOWER HOSPITAL
Treatment for varicose veins has significantly Advance in the last decade and no longer requires general anesthesia or large incision to remove a problem vein, a procedure known as vein stripping. Minimally invasive option exist , and most problem veins from the tiniest spider veins to the larger varicose veins can be treated at Adebayo living tower hospital without surgery.

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ADEBAYO LIVING TOWER HOSPITAL
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