Genital varicose veins are a common problem for women of all ages and social roles. She is hidden from the attention of others, so she rarely receives prompt treatment. Some patients endure discomfort and pain to the last, embarrassed to see a doctor with this disease.
The disease has no clear gender division. And in men it occurs, but quite rarely. For its appearance in a representative of a strong half of humanity, really important reasons are needed. But in women, varicose veins of the genital organs are almost as common as varicose veins of the lower limbs or hemorrhoids.
Types of varicose veins during pregnancy
It is possible to classify varicose veins of npo (lower genital organs) according to the site of localization.
Vaginal varicose veins
The localization of the disease occurs on a hidden surface inside the genitals. This makes it invisible in everyday life. Recognizing the presence of varicose veins in these cases is extremely difficult until
until it develops enough to "go out" into more visible areas of the body.
Varicose veins on the lips
Swelling of the veins on the labia minora and labia majora. The appearance of knots and constant pain impede a normal sex life. Sitting with this disorder is very painful, accompanied by numbness and itching.
Perineal varicose veins
The most common. The defeat extends not only to the area of the uterus and lips, but also to the organs and tissues adjacent to the genitals. This disfigures the appearance, brings a lot of suffering to a woman and can lead to serious problems in the future.
Symptoms of genital varicose veins
The disease begins imperceptibly. Gradually, it is gaining strength and leads to the appearance of severe circulatory disorders in the genitals. Symptoms of varicose veins in the genitals are very specific and recognizable. If timely treatment is not carried out, initial health can be very difficult to restore, even impossible. Therefore, it is necessary to be attentive to the appearance of the first signs.
Numbness in the groin
Numbness occurs almost constantly. They are especially strong when seated.
Decreased libido
The affected vessels are unable to perform their function of supplying blood to the genitals. Varicose veins of the genital organs lead to tissue atrophy, their reduced sensitivity.
Itching, pain and discomfort
Inflammation affects nearby nerve endings.
This causes sudden pains in the lower abdomen, in the perineum.
Swelling and swelling
The inner surface of the vagina, the labia, increases in size. This makes sex life difficult, painful and unpleasant.
The appearance of varicose veins on the external genital organs
The external signs of an incipient disease of varicose veins manifest themselves precisely with micro lesions of the skin. These signs are clearly visible on examination by a gynecologist.
Vein swelling, nodules and knots appear
Varicose veins of the female genital organs in an advanced stage disfigure the appearance of the entire groin area. Feelings with this disease at the stage of the appearance and development of cones are very unpleasant, painful. Dilated veins are not limited to the intimate area. They spread to nearby areas: the inside of the thighs, the lower abdomen.
Causes of the disease
Pregnancy is the most common cause of the disease. The fetus compresses all internal organs and blood vessels. Can it cause varicose veins of the genitals? This is impossible to predict. Resistance to constant negative physical influences is different for every woman. While waiting for a baby, some women are prescribed rest, which does not mean a complete absence of movement. Due to the constant compression of blood vessels, this dangerous condition develops at a high speed. By the time of childbirth, varicose veins can already become a threat to a woman's health and life.
Childless women also suffer from varicose veins of the genitals. The following reasons can be distinguished:
- Being overweight.
- The use of excessive physical exertion during labor.
- Sedentary, sedentary lifestyle.
- Digestive problems, from which frequent thrusts occur in the perineum (constipation and frequent diarrhea).
- Stay in warm rooms, sitting on warm surfaces.
- Hereditary predisposition to varicose blood vessels.
- Inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs.
- Weak work of the valvular system of the veins of the whole body.
- Long-term hormone therapy can cause genital varicose veins and other circulatory system disorders.
Diagnostics
Self-diagnosis can be carried out only with a sufficiently developed course of the disease. Then, when its signs are already so neglected as to be visible and strongly felt.
Diagnosis of the disease is carried out using special studies.
- Visual observation during the examination by a gynecologist gives the first results. An experienced doctor can immediately recognize a suspicion of genital varicose veins. The doctor, if there is any doubt about the health of a woman's veins, gives a referral for the passage of narrow specialists in this area.
- Ultrasound of the genital area using sensors for external and internal examination (inside the vagina).
- Phlebography is performed to study the state of blood vessels, to verify their functionality.
- Doppler ultrasound effectively shows the working conditions of the veins on the genitals and adjacent tissues.
Classic treatment of varicose veins
Drugs
Complex drug therapy is used for the treatment of female genital varicose veins.
Pain symptoms are relieved with pain relievers, inflammation is relieved with anti-inflammatory drugs (including ointments and gels). And to prevent the formation of blood clots and improve the functioning of blood vessels, phlebologists prescribe special antiplatelet agents.
Surgery
The most common treatments for venous diseases are laser and radiofrequency coagulation. It is with their help that a significant improvement in the condition of the veins in the affected area can be achieved.
Furthermore, one cannot fail to mention the phlebectomy, an operation to form the normal lumen of the veins and their position.
Folk remedies
Traditional medicine has a good additional and preventive effect. In conditions where the intervention of official medicine is impossible, alternative methods of treating varicose veins show good results.
Badan
A rare wild plant obtained by herbalists in the forests. Its extract has a marked anti-inflammatory effect. An aqueous infusion of badan is used for medical douches and tamponade (by inserting a cotton ball moistened with a solution into the vagina during the night).
Milk and honey
The method of irrigation with milk and honey is good for relieving inflammation, but it can provoke a violation of the microflora. 0, 5 liters of milk are boiled with 1 tablespoon of honey. After cooling to body temperature, the solution is poured into the vagina using a syringe.
Sea buckthorn oil
Sea buckthorn oil is a well-known topical anti-inflammatory agent. Tampons with this oil can be inserted into the vagina and applied to the affected area for a long time.
Infusions of calendula, oak bark, shepherd's purse
Used to gently eliminate inflammation, relieve swelling.
Self-medication with traditional medicine should not replace a full-fledged medical intervention. In the modern world, there are many tools for eliminating diseases in advanced stages. While amateur remedies are effective only in the initial stages of the disease and do not guarantee the cessation of its development.
Dangers and complications
Neglected varicose veins of the female genital organs can cause many disastrous consequences.
Infertility
Violation of blood circulation in the genital area causes their work to stop. Swollen tissues obstruct the passage of germ cells, make the pelvic organs, uterus and developing fetus inadequate. Due to varicose veins, pregnancy can spontaneously end.
Vascular rupture during childbirth
Ships with damaged walls break easily. It is very dangerous during childbirth. The internal bleeding that occurs is not always evident. In ancient times, this was the most common cause of high mortality in women after childbirth. To prevent rupture of the veins, doctors decide how to give birth with varicose veins. Most likely, a caesarean section will be performed to avoid injury to the sore spot.
Reduced sexuality
The physiological reason for the increased attraction and pleasure of sex is the ability of the pelvic organs to fill with blood. With vein injuries, this is simply impossible to achieve. You can remain frigid due to inattention to the condition of the veins.
Modern medicine has learned to prevent such consequences, but they are too serious to ignore. It is necessary even before the severe development of the disease to apply prevention methods that will save you from problems in the future.
Preventive measures
Disease prevention in the case of varicose veins is the best choice. Having appeared once, this disease will begin to haunt a person for the rest of his life. Prevention of the appearance of varicose veins of the genital organs implies, first of all, the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition, which does not allow the development of varicose veins.
Sport helps to "disperse" the blood, to increase the general tone of muscles and blood vessels. People who lead active lives are becoming healthier and fitter. But you don't have to torture yourself with unnecessary stress. Everything should be moderate.
And, of course, we must not forget the observation of the doctor. Periodic medical examination by narrow specialists around the world is considered a good form.
A person who takes care of their health, takes care of it, gets the best prize in the world. This award is excellent health and a fulfilling life!