Varicose veins in men

There is an opinion that varicose veins are considered a female ailment.However, for several years now more than 55% of the total number of patients have been visiting our clinic.The male sex is not concerned about the aesthetic side: they are not afraid of spider veins or critically swollen veins, which is why many patients still put off visiting a doctor until “later.”

This can be explained by the fact that at the beginning 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, veins swell, blood clots and ulcers appear.Concomitant vein diseases also appear, the treatment of which is treated with surgery.

Treatment of varicose veins

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

At 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 indications.The device applies wave-like pressure to the patient’s legs (alternating high and low), which forces blood and lymph to actively circulate through the affected tissues.The session lasts about 40 minutes.The procedure can be done at any age, men and women.Immediately after the session you can return to everyday activities.

Sclerotherapy.Treatment of varicose veins without surgery.A medicine is injected that glues the canal walls 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.The injections do not leave scars.

Compression jersey (socks, tights and stockings).Selected individually.Anti-varicose underwear is similar in appearance to classic underwear, but there are no 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 stockings: how to choose, compression class, sizes.

At advanced stages

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

Miniphlebectomy.Varicose veins are removed through 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 separate 1-2 mm punctures of the skin.The 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 is similar in appearance to classic underwear, but there are no seams.The fabric consists of nylon, microfiber and lycra.The fabric is breathable and pleasant to the touch.

Compression jersey for men is divided into:

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

You need to purchase underwear at the first sign of the disease.

Tips for wearing compression stockings:

1. Put on your 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 swelling.
4. Remove compression garments before going to bed.
5. If it is difficult for an overweight patient to put on compression garments on their own, it is recommended to purchase a device for putting them on.
6. Wash clothes in warm water with baby soap.To prevent water from getting on the silicone, tighten the upper part with thread, and clean the elastic band with a cotton pad 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;
• switch to a healthy lifestyle;
• promptly contact a phlebologist when you notice the first symptoms of varicose veins;
• exercise therapy.