In a non-professional environment, varicose veins of the lower extremities are considered "feminine".This is incorrect.Men also suffer from varicose veins of the superficial veins of the lower limbs.This is confirmed by the data of large statistical studies.The dominance of the fair half of the population in public hospitals only indicates that women are focused on varicose veins, while men are not.Most women who seek help from a general surgeon or phlebologist have cosmetic goals in addition to medical purposes.For men, they are usually of no interest.
Thus, in our country as a whole, the "male" form of chronic venous diseases is characterized by a late manifestation.As they say, "Until the thunder rolls, a man will not cross himself"...
"Male" risk factors for varicose veins
It is generally accepted that the true cause of varicose veins is still unknown.Risk factors include hereditary predisposition and lifestyle.These risk factors are the same for men and women.
Main:
- lifeless lifestyle;
- Work involving prolonged forced standing and sitting;
- A discrepancy between eating habits and actual energy expenditure, which leads to obesity;
- smoking
- Heavy physical work involving lifting and carrying heavy objects.
- A sport that involves weight lifting
Causes of severe forms of varicose veins in men
At the initial stage, the development of varicose veins is the same in men and women.The disease proceeds according to the same principles and the same stages.Late presentation is the reason for the more severe forms of varicose veins in men when contacting a phlebologist.Men, as a rule, are not interested in the aesthetic component.In the early stage of the disease, there is no pain in varicose veins, so most men do not consider it necessary to seek advice and help.As pain and swelling appear, men just as steadfastly ignore these symptoms and show miracles of unconsciousness.The reason for this behavior is lack of information.The breakdown of the dispensary system and the lack of medical information for the population lead to low literacy among men about the possible harm of varicose veins.
Another factor that prevents the male population from contacting a phlebologist in time is the desire to wear "feminine" compression stockings.This is also the result of medical illiteracy and is largely the fault of medical workers, not the population.
Long-term lack of treatment leads to the fact that when a man goes to a phlebologist or a general surgeon, he already has:
- developed major varicose veins with signs of severe chronic venous insufficiency,
- Thrombophlebitis or vein thrombosis
- Trophic ulcer of venous origin
- Bleeding from varicose veins
In order to avoid these complications, timely modern diagnosis is needed.
Diagnosis of varicose veins in men
For men with symptoms of varicose veins, the optimal solution is to contact a competent phlebologist.Ultrasound examination of blood vessels during treatment is a mandatory component of consultation with a phlebologist!It is recommended that ultrasound of the veins be performed not by a third-party doctor (however highly qualified), but by a phlebologist whom you have contacted personally.The doctor who undertakes to advise you is responsible for both the correct diagnosis and the development of a treatment strategy.
Ultrasound angioscanning in duplex and triplex mode (veinsultrasound) is the basis of diagnosis and treatment of venous diseases.Therefore, this test should be performed by the doctor who will consult, treat or operate you.Ultrasound of the veins should be performed in a standing position.For patients whose health condition does not allow ultrasound to be performed in an upright position, the examination can be performed by straining in the supine position, but its diagnostic value will be lower.Especially when it comes to the diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis.After the patient's survey, examination, palpation and ultrasound of the veins, the phlebologist should write his report, which includes a brief history of the disease, diagnosis and recommendations.It is mandatory to write the ultrasound angioscanning protocol indicating the date of the study.In case of necessity (complex cases, congenital malformations, results of massive thrombosis of deep veins), the doctor recommends additional investigations (magnetic resonance venography, X-ray angiography or others) to clarify.
Only this approach meets modern European standards. The examination will take no more than half an hour and you will get enough information about the venous system of the lower extremities.
Phlebologist consultation is absolutely safe and does not involve traumatic examinations or procedures.does not require special preparation. Timely diagnosis is extremely important for the selection of modern and effective treatment, which prevents complications and disease progression.
Symptoms of varicose veins in men
Each patient should pay attention to the following signs:
- Appearance of varicose veins when standing.
- A feeling of heaviness in the legs, especially at the end of the working day.
- Unpleasant sensations in the course of varicose veins.
- Pain in varicose veins, especially at the end of the working day.
- Swelling in the legs and feet.The first symptoms are that the elastic from the socks leaves a clearly visible mark, and ordinary shoes become tight.
- Change in skin color (appearance of brown or bluish pigmentation).
- Trophic ulcer in the lower third of the leg along the inner surface.
Treatment of varicose veins in men
Modern, high-quality varicose vein treatments are now available to most people.Professional specialists work only with the protocols recommended by the phlebologist association and in accordance with European recommendations.Clinics and medical centers use modern equipment for ultrasound angioscanning and laser treatment of varicose veins.
The main methods of treating varicose veins used by specialists:
- Thermal obliteration (laser and radio frequency).
- Miniphlectomy.
- Sclerotherapy.
- A combination of these techniques.
Treatment in medical centers is completely outpatient, without anesthesia, spinal anesthesia or hospitalization.All necessary medical documentation is issued (consultation with a phlebological surgeon, ultrasound angioscanning protocol, discharge summary with recommendations, temporary disability certificate, tax deduction documents).
Many patients have already appreciated the benefits of innovative methods of treating varicose veins.It should be noted that they are all operator dependent.That is, the success of the treatment depends not only on the modernity and high cost of the equipment, but also on the operator, that is, the doctor working on it.Specialists have extensive experience in ultrasound diagnosis of lower limb diseases (all specialists have a valid ultrasound diagnostic certificate), as well as vast experience in operations on lower limb veins and thermal (laser, radio frequency) obliteration of varicose veins.