If varicose veins are detected early, they can be controlled with proper exercise and wearing compression stockings. However, if the pain is accompanied by ulcers or swelling in the legs, you should seek the advice of a vascular surgeon without delay. With timely treatment, this can be reversed without surgery through laser treatment.
Veins have the task of returning blood from our body to the heart. Varicose veins form when there are obstacles in this process. The main causes are:
Valve failure: There are small valves inside the veins to prevent blood from flowing backward. When these valves become weak, the blood stagnates and the veins expand.
Standing for long periods of time: People who stand for long periods of time, such as teachers, security guards, nurses, and police officers, have increased pressure on the veins in the legs, which leads to varicose veins.
Obesity: When you gain weight, there is excessive pressure on the blood vessels in the legs. This affects blood flow and causes the veins to swell.
Pregnancy: During pregnancy, the increased blood volume in the body and the pressure of the uterus on the veins in the legs can cause this condition. However, in many people, it improves after delivery.
Age: As we age, the veins lose their elasticity and the valves become weaker, increasing the risk of varicose veins.
Heredity: If someone in the family has this problem, the next generation is more likely to develop varicose veins.
