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How to treat Varicose Veins, and what causes them?

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  • Опубликовано: 10 июл 2018
  • Education on Varicose Veins, Veins, & Venous Insufficiency by world renown vascular surgeon Mitar Vranic DO owner of Western Vascular Institute.
    Venous (Vein) disease treatments (Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment,
    i. Varicose Veins - Varicose Veins are more than just a cosmetic issue. These large bulging and gnarled veins can cause pain as well as blood clots, skin ulcers and other serious problems. Our body has a system of veins that carry blood from the body tissues back to your heart. Once in the heart the blood is sent to the lungs to be oxygenated then delivered to arteries which take this oxygen rich blood again throughout your body. When the system of valves within the veins become “incompetent” and no longer push the blood upward toward your heart blood begins to pool within the vein. Because many veins are near the surface of the skin the pooling of blood creates visibly full veins that push outward creating the Varicose Vein.
    Symptoms: Symptoms of Varicose Veins can be pain in the legs, itching, swelling, burning, leg heaviness or tiredness, & skin discoloration. Generally, symptoms worsen throughout the day (especially in hot temperature) when individuals are standing and the veins are having difficulty pumping the blood back to the heart.
    Causes: Varicose veins are caused by weak or damaged valves in the veins that are not able to work properly against gravity and push the blood back up to the heart. This inability of veins to function properly is called venous insufficiency and is the main problem behind varicose veins. There are several potential causes for Varicose Veins and risk factors that an individual may be more likely to get them.
    Risk Factors: Pregnancy, menopause age over 50, standing for long periods of time, sedentary lifestyle, obesity-which increases the pressure on the legs and makes it more difficult for the veins to pump the blood upward.
    Diagnosis: Will be done during a physical examination while standing with a vascular surgeon. The physicians of Western Vascular Institute will also request that you have a Doppler ultrasound scan to check the blood flow in the superficial and deep veins.
    Treatment:
    a. Compression stockings: prescription grade compression stockings usually knee-high with 20mmHg-30mmHg of compression will help relive some of the symptoms of Varicose Veins and are generally required as conservative management for a period of 3 months before more aggressive treatments are considered.
    b. Ablation therapy: After a 90 period if the more conservative therapy is unsuccessful at providing optimal relief ablation therapy is an option. Western Vascular Institute uses the Covidien Venefit (ClosureFast) Radio Frequency Ablation option for ablation therapy
    c. Ambulatory Phlebectomy - minimally invasive procedure to remove varicose veins in the legs. In this procedure a very small incision is made in the skin at the tip of the large bulging vein and the vein is pulled out through the incision. This is procedure allows for speedy recovery and very little down time.
    d. Sclerotherapy ( for Spider veins ) -using an ultrasound to direct the placement of a small needle the provider will inject a sclerosing agent into the spider vein that will help the vein break down naturally and be reabsorbed by the bodies natural processes.
    Staying Healthy: to prevent getting more varicose veins make sure to maintain a healthy weight by eating a balanced diet and exercise. Avoid wearing high heels or shoes that put undue stress on your leg muscles. Also, avoid long periods of standing or sitting.

Комментарии • 56

  • @richardnewsom5345
    @richardnewsom5345 2 года назад +11

    Leg elevation, exercise, and compression stockings. Great info.

  • @BrefMcHugh
    @BrefMcHugh 5 лет назад +18

    Great video...a lot of people need help with not only treatment for vein problems..but also education on venous issues.

    • @westernvascularinstitute6168
      @westernvascularinstitute6168  5 лет назад +2

      Dear Bref McHugh, Thank you for your comments. That is our primary focus is to educate patients on where and how to receive the best treatment. It is important that patients know when surgery is necessary and when a less invasive approach may be appropriate.

  • @carolynnr.6409
    @carolynnr.6409 2 года назад +7

    I wish my doctor, or his nurse practitioner, would explain like this.

    • @osmonddsilva1577
      @osmonddsilva1577 2 года назад +2

      Same here! My nurse did NOT pick up on my Varicose vein problem at the early stage......

    • @krystal1131
      @krystal1131 Год назад +2

      Me too… they gave an advice to ask me to stop working… I asked doc if he would support me then. He laughed

    • @bellabookitty9014
      @bellabookitty9014 Год назад +1

      They don't care

    • @beslemeto
      @beslemeto 6 месяцев назад

      @@bellabookitty9014 There is no cure anyway...You have this-It's your problem...

  • @krystal1131
    @krystal1131 Год назад +3

    I really wish my doc would be patient to tell me all these information each year I went back for checkup. I did a keyhole surgery at 2015 and never really told me what they did during the day surgery. My leg was good and pain free for 2yrs only…. And I asked to stop my check up annually in 2019 I told doc I won’t go in anymore because the doc was never helpful when I went back for checkup….. iWhat I can share with my experience is, keep wearing a good pair of compression socks. Sigvaris if you want to try. I have more bad pain days before and during menses….discouraged however hopeful everyday. Always looking for solution to feel better. Jogging really helps but not lasting. It’s does keep me fit.

    • @eveoakley6270
      @eveoakley6270 Год назад

      Many Vascular Surgeons are oblivious to appropriate vein treatments and haven’t a clue what they’re about.

    • @beslemeto
      @beslemeto 6 месяцев назад

      Nothing will help permanently.This is a lifetime problem...

  • @medhegyt
    @medhegyt 11 месяцев назад

    Great explanation, thank you so much.
    Do you have videos where doctors talk about compression stockings?

  • @venissacolorredhd163
    @venissacolorredhd163 Год назад

    This is amazing, thank you.

  • @hehekids8900
    @hehekids8900 Год назад +1

    Great vdo

  • @sherinehill9586
    @sherinehill9586 Год назад

    Respectful thanks Doc

  • @titacel9887
    @titacel9887 2 года назад +16

    Through family history,I started to have varicose veins at age of 10years old became worst when I started to work now I'm 32,I can't afford the surgery. what make me wonder is my brother also had varicose veins, started when he was young ang bigger than mine before but it's gone without surgery or eating healthy food he's not even eating vegetables. One thing he do every day is being drunk and lots of walking some times no slippers🤣 weird and funny but I'm not joking his varicose veins disappeared.

    • @Lina32121
      @Lina32121 2 года назад +3

      the veins usually come from long periods of immobility like long hours of sitting where the legs are bent or long periods of standing where the legs are stretched and held taut. Your brother walks a lot so his body and legs get a lot of movement which prevents blood from accumulating in specific areas in his body.

    • @sakinamaryamkarim3567
      @sakinamaryamkarim3567 2 года назад +1

      @@Lina32121 I've been a floor associate in retail the last 4 and half years, always walking, bending climbing ladders, even squatting several times a day, 40 to 45 hours a week, and mine are at the bulging stage, and are swelling numbness and restless and painful all ar the same time 😔
      It runs in my family but even my grandmother's and my mother's are as bad as mine....and I'm only 30 with 0 children😔
      I'm actually frightened of any procedure but I will be seeing specialist soon...
      This is the worst it's ever been for me...I can actually feel mine pop....😓
      It's got out of work because I can't stand to long...

    • @eveoakley6270
      @eveoakley6270 Год назад

      Diet has nothing whatsoever with the developmental of varicose veins. If you’re going to get them, you’re going to get them whatever you do.
      Unfortunately, there is such a thing as hidden varicose veins, so your brothers will definitely be there and in all probability rear their ugly head as he gets older, unless he gets the appropriate treatment carried out by the right experts.

  • @GoodL81
    @GoodL81 Год назад

    Best video to watch and ty

  • @Johndoe-nb5cw
    @Johndoe-nb5cw 2 года назад +1

    Can those treatments be done for a varicocele?

  • @123xboxman
    @123xboxman Год назад +1

    how can we strengthen our veins ?

  • @flojosa
    @flojosa Год назад

    How does long term use of the Pill contribute to this condition?

  • @toma.6942
    @toma.6942 Год назад

    Will ablation of gsv lead to aasv and ssv going bad also from increased blood flow now through them? Is venaseal better then evlt or rfa?

  • @mbuthiaperis
    @mbuthiaperis Год назад

    I have a bleeding varicose ulcer wound for 3 months. What can I do

  • @maryanngacheri2224
    @maryanngacheri2224 Год назад +2

    Hello help me doc .My venis are showning badly .. I cannot wear a short skirt ...Weird

  • @travelguy1564
    @travelguy1564 2 года назад +1

    Quick question - I have been supplementing a small dosage of Niacin each day, over the past nine months, to help balance my Cholesterol out and a few months ago I started having heaviness and achiness in my legs with slightly more noticeable surface veins. Is it possible that the vasodilation effects of Niacin (I notice a Niacin Flush for about 20 minutes) could be causing a lingering dilation in my leg veins, giving me the feeling of Venous Insufficiency - ? Thanks for your thoughts!

    • @TT-zu5pr
      @TT-zu5pr Год назад

      I also take supplements with niacin and now that you say that, I wonder. My leg issues started a year or 2 ago but it's so bad my legs are discolored, ulcer scars n painful throbbing from my veins, but before I started this a cpl years ago I had no issues. My father however does have varicose veins but he didn't develop them until like 60 n I'm 38. And even at 60 his legs aren't as bad as mine are. They're hideous and so painful, I get constant Charley horses. I've tried everything n nothing helps. I wish he would've responded to your question

    • @travelguy1564
      @travelguy1564 Год назад +2

      @@TT-zu5pr - My legs have gotten almost completely better now. I stopped taking Niacin in July, almost 4 months ago, and I'm 61 years old! I really think the Niacin, as a vasodialator, was causing my veins in my legs to not pump blood as well. I no longer wear compression socks as well, pretty much no more throbbing or restless legs either. I think there needs to be a study concerning this connection. Good luck, I hope this info helps.

  • @carolpenn8455
    @carolpenn8455 Год назад

    I've had varicose veins for more than 30 yrs ( my mother had them too) unsightly but no pain til a few days ago. I was getting out of bed and felt the hot pepper blood rushed down my vein omg it was so painful i could not stand. Compression socks help but is not the answer. I don't know what to do😢😢😢

    • @westernvascularinstitute6168
      @westernvascularinstitute6168  6 месяцев назад

      Please contact a vascular surgeon. You can call us at 480-668-5000 or submit a form at www.westernvascular.com

  • @enjoy5868
    @enjoy5868 2 года назад +1

    New sub here .

  • @HunadiMogofe-tx2mg
    @HunadiMogofe-tx2mg 6 месяцев назад +1

    My legs are dry and painful and inflammation

  • @eveoakley6270
    @eveoakley6270 Год назад

    Unfortunately if you have incompetent perforators you will have to ensure you get the right vein specialist to assess and carry out the correct treatments. Truncal veins are easier to work on and many Vascular Surgeons are not experienced enough to work on smaller veins because most only deal with large vein damage.
    I have been through it all and now more or less cured. Was the best money I ever spent in my life.

    • @toma.6942
      @toma.6942 Год назад

      Hi which vein prodecure is recommended. I was told evlt and phelebectomy. But I'm highly concerned about it. I work on my feet 12 hrs a day Im afraid after a procedure

    • @eveoakley6270
      @eveoakley6270 Год назад

      @@toma.6942I underwent an Endovenous Duplex Vein Mapping Scan, then weeks later Endovenous Laser Ablation Therapy together with Transluminal Occlusion of Perforators, followed after a necessary eight week gap by Ultrasound Foam Guided Sclerotherapy.
      These procedures must be carried out by a highly experienced vein specialist (Phlebologist) working together with an Interventional Radiologist at a specialist vein clinic. I had Thrombotic Syndrome, caused by a long misdiagnosed DVT in my left leg at the age of 36 and suffered a venous ulcer on the inside of my ankle for seven years. Our UK NHS were completely useless, which is why I eventually had to pay. Best money I ever spent. There are now more up to date procedures available since I had mine but I will say I would go through it all again. Secret is you must source the appropriate specialists.

  • @anneadhiambo-ex3sy
    @anneadhiambo-ex3sy Год назад

    How do I found your clinic.i want 2know more

    • @westernvascularinstitute6168
      @westernvascularinstitute6168  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your comment. Our website is www.westernvascular.com and you can also call us at 480-668-5000

  • @vijaymamidishetti7076
    @vijaymamidishetti7076 2 года назад

    Which procedure is better for treatment of varicosity and insufficiency

    • @peterbrown9816
      @peterbrown9816 2 года назад

      Don't know

    • @eveoakley6270
      @eveoakley6270 Год назад

      EVLAT, TRLOP, but only if you have perforator vein damage, followed after 8 weeks by ultrasound foam guided sclerotherapy. All must be carried out by a Vascular Scientist who is also a Phlebologist. Most Vascular docs cannot work on small veins.

  • @dreamer1992ful
    @dreamer1992ful Год назад

    Is it ok to take creatine if you have varicose veins?

  • @yeneneshmeshesha9324
    @yeneneshmeshesha9324 2 года назад

    Is good

  • @Ohkeh640
    @Ohkeh640 2 года назад

    Can dermatologist treat them I’ll go see mine for the injections
    Mine are on my thigh veeeery small green purple ones

    • @nancyinthegarden3160
      @nancyinthegarden3160 Год назад +2

      This is not for a dermatologist!!! This is vascular

    • @darlenefrost2621
      @darlenefrost2621 Год назад

      What about bruises

    • @eveoakley6270
      @eveoakley6270 Год назад

      Nope, a Dermatologist absolutely cannot treat varicose vein or venous insufficiency symptoms. Only a Vascular Scientist (Phlebologist) can do that.

  • @bredeannathomas8195
    @bredeannathomas8195 2 года назад

    Can working out at the gym cause them?

    • @Lina32121
      @Lina32121 2 года назад +3

      long hours of standing with no rest or sitting in between can cause them but exercise can treat them. If you work out a lot then the exercise isn't the problem, it's that you don't have a balance or a lot of rest period in between.

    • @maryaanzed
      @maryaanzed Год назад

      I developed these in my teens.. always thought it was my skin was thinning lol