Following are the common questions about Varicose Veins:
A. Varicose veins usually occur when the valves of the veins become damaged and weak. However, the reason for varicose veins may vary from one person to another. There are a few reasons that may cause varicose veins, such as:
A. No. Varicose veins are not life-threatening or dangerous. However, it is always suggested to consult the doctor if you feel any odd experience or extreme pain in the affected area. In rare cases, the symptoms of varicose veins may worsen causing discomfort that may affect the quality of life.
A. Varicose veins can occur anywhere on the body. However, the most common area where varicose veins generally occur is the legs. They appear on legs and arms more often than anywhere else due to varicose factors like obesity, strenuous activities, high blood pressure, or professions that require long hours of sitting and standing.
A. If you are experiencing any of the following signs or symptoms, consult a vascular specialist to seek medical advice and proper diagnosis:
A. If you are suffering from varicose veins, you should consult a vascular expert for a thorough diagnosis and get the best-suited treatment for the same. However, if you are experiencing any odd-looking symptoms, consult a nearby physician for a general check-up or contact us to book an appointment with the best vascular expert in your city.
A. The average cost of the varicose veins treatment may range somewhere between Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 70,000. However, the mentioned is an average range of the varicose veins treatment, which may differ from the final cost of treatment depending on factors like the type of technique used to treat varicose veins, the type of area affected by varicose veins, etc.
A. Some of the factors that affect the final cost of varicose veins treatment are:
A. There are no specific medications that can cure varicose veins in the body. According to the doctors, there are some drugs available at the pharmacy and usually given on prescriptions in order to promote the blood flow in the veins. Any over-the-counter medication can cause side effects or an irreversible effect on the body. It is highly advisable to consult the doctor before taking any medicines on your own to avoid any complications. Vascular experts suggest that a healthy lifestyle and a good diet can reduce the symptoms of varicose veins.
A. The doctor would conduct a physical examination to evaluate the condition of varicose veins. During the physical examination, the doctor will touch the affected area to check the tenderness and swelling. The specialist will ask you to describe the symptoms, like the intensity of pain or cramping at the varicose veins area. There is a possibility the doctor will recommend a few diagnostic tests to detect the severity of the varicose veins:
A. According to vascular experts, varicose veins generally do not go away on their own. There is a possibility that they may disappear or become less visible in due time, but they are likely to return, including their symptoms. In addition, the individual’s changed lifestyle and dietary plan can result in reducing the painful symptoms of varicose veins, and at times, the appearance of varicose veins fades away for a while.
A. Laser is minimally invasive and the most effective treatment for varicose veins. However, the doctor will diagnose the severity of the varicose veins. The complexity of the condition may differ from one person to another, including the area affected by it. After thoroughly diagnosing the condition, the expert will suggest a best-suited treatment for varicose veins. Some of the treatments that are performed to treat varicose veins are:
A. The recovery duration post varicose veins treatment may take one to four weeks. The doctor will recommend a few medications to manage the discomfort and to soothe the recovery duration. To promote faster recovery, the doctor may recommend a few tips like avoiding strenuous activities, eating fiber-rich food in order to avoid constipation, etc. There is a possibility that the recovery duration may vary depending on several factors such as:
A. The vascular experts suggest that eating a healthy diet and maintaining regular physical activities can help varicose veins. There are a few food items that may help during varicose veins to reduce the discomfort and pain of the symptoms caused by the affected veins:
A. One must avoid certain things if suffering from varicose veins because, at times, being carless can make the condition worse, causing severe complications that may be irreversible after a point. A few things an individual may avoid if they have varicose veins:
Avoid sitting and standing for a long duration of hours
A. There are some home remedies that may help you prevent varicose veins from developing and progressing. In addition, these remedies may reduce the symptoms of varicose veins like pain, discomfort, discoloration, cramping, etc. A few of the tips one should follow:
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