Varicose veins of the pelvis in women (VVVMT) is a chronic disease of the vascular system. The main problem is that women of any age are susceptible to it, but it is quite difficult to recognize the disease at an early stage. Late diagnosis and late treatment can lead to serious complications in the form of infertility, numerous gynecological pathologies and premature termination of pregnancy.
In order to protect your health to the maximum from severe consequences, you need to get acquainted in detail with what it is - varicose veins of the pelvis, how it manifests itself and what treatment methods exist.
Reasons
IMGT - what is it? This is a complex medical problem that in most cases affects the fragile female body. Varicose veins appear for several reasons:
- Pregnancyis a major cause of the onset of pelvic vascular pathology. During pregnancy, the most powerful hormonal changes occur in a woman's body, the uterus exerts the greatest possible pressure on the vascular system of the small pelvis. The end result is significant damage to blood flow. Women who have had a hard time with childbirth are also at risk.
- Heredity.VVMT, fragile and thin venous walls, venous valve defects, all of which can be passed on through genes.
- Inflammatory processes.Various types of the female reproductive system, which are inflammatory in nature - a direct path to varicose veins.
- Preactive female hormones.Abnormal production of female hormones can cause VRV.
- Sexual contact. Many couples actively use such an unreliable method of contraception as a broken relationship. In addition to a dubious method of protection, a broken relationship can also be caused by a woman who has VVMT. Strange, but the pathology of the pelvic veins can occur in the absence of orgasm in a woman during intercourse.
- Minimum activity. Sedentary work, minimal walking, sedentary lifestyle - all these are the causes of varicose veins, and not only the pelvis, but also the lower extremities.
- Heavy physical activity.Excessively active lifestyle, weight lifting, regular carrying of heavy objects, for women can result in varicose veins.
- Clogged veins.Blockage, venous congestion (phlebostasis) and blockage of the ovarian, uterine and fallopian tubes lead to varicose veins.
According to statistics, VVMT is often diagnosed in girls aged 16-17 (about 20% of all cases of pathology detection). However, the disease is more ruthless for older women - 80% of women after the age of 45 are forced to fight varicose veins of the pelvic organs.
Symptoms
The symptoms of pelvic varicose veins are very varied. The difficulty of diagnosis at an early stage of the disease is that most of these female symptoms are attributed to formal, temporary malfunctioning of the body.
Not attaching much importance to the resulting problems, the woman must subsequently face an already advanced stage of pathology, aided by a number of complications.
The main symptoms are:
- regular menstrual irregularities;
- severe pain in the lower abdomen (intensified after sexual intercourse, lifting heavy weights, long standing or sitting, hypothermia, as well as in moments of nervous tension);
- urination disorder;
- specific discharge from the genital tract;
- increased negative emotional background in the premenstrual period;
- appearance of venous webs and cobwebs characteristic of varicose veins on the thighs, buttocks and perineum.
The disease can manifest with 2-3 symptoms. Some women have noticed the appearance of an absolutely complete list of the above symptoms.
Diagnostics
Varicose veins - ecstasy of the pelvic veins, which leads to a violation of the outflow of blood from the external and internal genital organs. Careful examinations are needed to diagnose this disease.
The followingmethods of studying the vascular system of the pelvic organs are used in modern medicine:
- ultrasound examination (ultrasound);
- dopplerography;
- phlebography;
- laparoscopy.
Laparoscopyis used extremely rarely, in cases where there is a risk of serious concomitant pathologies. It is performed using an endoscope.A puncture in the peritoneal region is required.
Ultrasoundis a common form of diagnosis, widely used in many fields of medicine. It allows the doctor to see the overall picture of the condition of the pelvic organs. This type of examination provides minimal discomfort to the patient and does not require any surgical intervention.
Doppler ultrasound of the pelvic veinsis an ultrasound examination of the vascular system, which enables early detection of venous valve dysfunction. During the examination, the doctor has the opportunity to get a visual representation of the condition of the veins of the pelvic organs, shown on a special screen.
Pelvic phlebographyis radiography. Before starting the study, the patient is injected with a contrast agent, which enables maximum examination of the condition of the veins, the presence of blood clots, clots and stagnant processes in them.
Methods for treating varicose veins
Treatment of pelvic varicose veins depends on the stage of the disease:
- In the initial stagethe veins dilate by a maximum of 5 millimeters. The veins are widest in the upper part of the left ovary.
- In the second stage, the veins expand by a maximum of 10 millimeters. The pathology covers both the left and right ovaries, as well as the uterine veins.
- In the third stagethe veins are maximally dilated, more than 10 millimeters. Varicose veins are often accompanied by an oncological neoplasm (tumor of benign or malignant nature).
Doctors say it is impossible to completely get rid of varicose veins. However, that is not a reason to give up and allow the disease to progress.
Qualitative, timely treatment will help slow down the destruction of veins, restore blood flow,eliminate symptoms and significantly improve a woman's quality of life.
Phase I
First of all, it is necessary to wear special medical underwear. Use medicines in the form of gels, ointments and creams, as well as medicines in the form of capsules and tablets (which help to normalize blood flow and strengthen the walls of blood vessels).
You need to start eating properly - the most fiber, vitamins, fruits and vegetables, the least fatty, salty, spicy, fried and smoked foods.
Phase II
Active drug support, diet, physiotherapy exercises, therapeutic underwear, the healthiest lifestyle - this is the treatment formula. To improve the therapeutic effect, you can connect the recipes of traditional medicine.
At an early stage, it is extremely important to take powerful medications thatincrease the tone of veins and blood vessels, as well as resist the formation of blood clots.
It is necessary to conduct regular examinations and consultations with your doctor. In case of deteriorating health, the doctor may opt for a more radical method of treatment.
In some cases, your doctor will prescribe embolization. The introduction of a special preparation (which contains a sclerosing substance) restores blood flow and the structure of veins and vessels.
Phase III
When diagnosing the third stage of the disease, especially if the varicose veins are accompanied by an oncological neoplasm in the form of a tumor, conservative treatment will be absolutely ineffective.
The only way to deal with the disease is surgery. Excision and ligation of a vein damaged by varicose veins is performed.
Unfortunately, even such a cardinal method as surgery is not an absolute guarantee of complete elimination of the disease. In most cases, relapse is inevitable.
Preventive measures
As you know, the disease is easier to prevent than to cure. There are several simple methods of prevention, the observance of which will protect the body from this disease:
- Normalize the mode. Prolonged stay in a static position negatively affects the vascular system. If by the nature of the profession you need to sit at the computer all day, or vice versa - you need active work on your feet, it is important to take breaks. During the break, do simple warm-up exercises for a few minutes. This will allow you not only to relax and stretch your muscles, but also to restore blood flow. It is also necessary to minimize the lifting of heavy objects.
- Stable bowel function.Good stomach function, lack of constipation and regular healthy stools will reduce the presence of excess waste in the body. This requires a high quality diet, a large amount of fiber, the absence of alcohol and unhealthy foods.
- Contrast shower.This method will not only strengthen the immune system, but also improve the functioning of the vascular system. To prevent varicose veins of the small pelvis, one must not forget the flow of water directed to the perineal area.
Periodic medication intake. The use of creams and ointments, as well as the passage of preventive treatment, significantly increases the chances of protecting the body from varicose veins. Each year it is necessary to undergo 4 courses of drugs aimed at strengthening the walls of veins and blood vessels, normalizing blood flow and protecting the vascular system from blood clots.
Before prophylactic treatment and taking any medications, you should consult your doctor!
Conclusion
Thus, varicose pelvic veins are an insidious disease that can have serious consequences and is also very difficult to treat.
To prevent serious health problems, you need to take good care of your body, and in case of the first signs of varicose veins, seek help from a phlebologist immediately.