samedi 4 juin 2016

Learn About The Various Varicose Vein Treatments Somerville

By Jeffrey Meyer


Veins carry blood from other parts of the body towards the heart. In the case where the veins become widened, twisted or bulged, varicose veins may arise. In most people this condition does not cause medical problems. This venous disease usually occur in the legs although it can occur in other areas. However, if the condition become a problem to your health and comfort, you can seek varicose vein treatments Somerville.

The veins usually have valves that keeps the blood flowing towards the heart. In the case that the valves become damaged, blood flows backwards creating an overload of pressure, especially when standing. It is the increased pressure that causes veins to widen making them not to close properly. Once the blood flows backwards in the veins the varicose veins condition develops.

In most people, this venous illness may not have other symptoms apart from the obvious appearance of veins above the skin that can become embarrassing. Apart from the profound embarrassment of the condition, additional symptoms may occur such as heavy legs, aching, and discomfort. The condition may worsen as time goes by, even though this is typically very slow. Altogether, the symptoms pose no grievous medical concern, but usually treatment is of necessity if they become adequately problematic.

As stated earlier, this disease does not raise medical concerns in many people, and may therefore not need treatment unless it is causing discomfort. Nevertheless, treatment is essential if the varicose veins are troublesome. The treatment is aimed at easing the symptoms, treating complications such as swelling, discoloration of the skin as well as leg ulcers. Again, treatment can be sought for cosmetic reasons

If you live in Somerville NJ, the doctor may recommend a six month self-care program that may involve compression stockings and regular exercises. Compression stockings are usually designed to squeeze the legs steadily in order to improve blood circulation. They are usually tighter at the ankle and become looser further up your leg. This helps in the upward flow of blood towards the heart. This treatment plan helps to relieve pain, swelling and discomfort.

A doctor can as well undertake endothermal ablation. This treatment is done using either lasers or radio waves of high frequency. If radio waves are used, it is referred to as radiofrequency ablation. Radio frequency energy is used to heat varicose vein walls in this procedure of treatment. The veins undergo heating until the collapse of the walls then the vein is shut by sealing.

If the endothermal ablation is not appropriate, sclerotherapy can be offered instead. In this treatment plan, a special foam is injected into the veins. This foam scars the blood vessels and seals them. For patient who had previously suffered from deep vein thrombosis, this treatment might not be suitable.

In case the above treatment procedures are not suitable for you, the doctor may use surgery. Surgeons mostly use litigation and stripping technique to treat this condition. The procedure involves tying off and removing the vein. Where the veins are sealed or removed, blood is naturally redirected to the healthy veins.




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