Pelvic varicose veins: symptoms and treatment

The cause of pelvic varicose veins, in both men and women, is still unknown. However, we do know what are some of the risk factors that can cause them , as well as we have some idea of ​​what could cause them.

• Pelvic varicose veins are much more frequent among those women who have had multiple pregnancies , in fact, it is normal that after each pregnancy these varicose veins get worse.
• The hormonal changes are another major cause of the occurrence of pelvic varices. If we take into account that pregnancy is one of the moments in a woman’s life that involves the most changes at the hormonal level, we could unite this cause with the previous one. This point also fits with the fact that menopause is another time when pelvic varicose veins often appear.
• The compression of the veins by the physical and mechanical structure is another of the main causes of the appearance of this condition.
• As in many other pathologies, genetic and hereditary factors play a fundamental role. From what I know one of your parents has suffered from pelvic varicose veins, it is likely that you also suffer from them.

Other conditions that increase the risk of pelvic varicose veins are:

• Have very large veins in the lower limbs.
• Having polycystic ovaries.
• Having any hormonal dysfunction.

Pelvic varicose veins are the manifestation of a problem caused by the dilation of the veins located in the lower abdominal area and the pelvis. Usually, the veins that are dilated are the ovarian -or gonadal- although on some occasions the hypogastric veins can also be affected. Be that as it may, all of them are in charge of draining the blood from the pelvis. Here we explain what the symptoms of this condition are.

Pelvic varicose veins in women

The veins that produce varicose veins in women are those around the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes. However, sometimes they can reach the bladder and other organs that are in the pelvic area, causing the following symptoms:

• Pelvic congestion syndrome : chronic pain in the lower abdomen and lower back. It is a cyclical, dull pain that increases during menstruation, depending on posture and when you are standing too long.
• Menstrual irregularity
• Dyspareunia or pain when having sex.
• Pain when urinating
• Edema and feeling of tired legs, even without seeing varicose veins in the legs
• Irritation in the bladder that causes a constant urge to urinate.
• Varicose veins may appear on the vulva and inner thigh area.
• Varicose veins may appear on the buttocks.

Pelvic varicose veins in men

Although this pathology is much more common in women than in men, men are not safe from pelvic varicose veins. However, the way in which they manifest is very different, so you have to be aware of the most common symptoms:

• Dilation of the spermatic or gonadal vein, usually the left.
• The cause is the varicocele , eminently in the left testicle.

In the following article we give you more information about a varicocele or inflamed testicular vein and in this we explain if a varicocele causes infertility .

In recent years science has come a long way when it comes to treating varicose veins. Right now we have at our disposal different techniques that, with minimal invasion, achieve great results.

If the doctor considers it appropriate, you can perform a puncture of the vein with local anesthesia. It is usually carried out in the femoral vein, jugular vein or in one of the arm. From there, the venous system can be accessed and varicose veins can be found. Once there, small metal spirals are introduced that will seal the veins that have diseased.

Using this technique very good results are achieved, in fact, about 90% of the people who undergo this operation recover immediately. The postoperative period does not have any complications, it is usually discharged the same day of the intervention and at most anti-inflammatories and analgesics are prescribed to alleviate the pain that may exist during the following hours.

Aloe vera for varicose veins

Aloe vera is a classic of natural remedies. This plant is almost miraculous, since the conditions that can be treated with it are endless. Varicose veins are no exception, aloe vera is very good as a stimulator of blood circulation , which reduces both inflammation and swelling of the veins.

The best way to use it is to extract the pulp from a freshly cut leaf and apply it directly to the varicose vein. Once smeared, we can make circular massages with the fingertips so that it finishes penetrating.

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Garlic is a food that can never be missing from our diet, but read the benefits of garlic for our health . But it is also that it can also help us to eliminate varicose veins. The fact is that this plant greatly improves our circulation, liquefying the blood to facilitate pumping and reaching all capillaries. Eating it on an empty stomach when you wake up is a very good way to introduce it into your diet.

In the following FastlyHealarticle you will find the best home remedies for varicose veins .

This article is merely informative, at FastlyHeal .com we do not have the power to prescribe medical treatments or make any type of diagnosis. We invite you to see a doctor in the case of presenting any type of condition or discomfort.

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