Many women face varicose veins of the lower extremities. Recognizing such a disease is very simple, as it makes itself felt with the help of painful sensations, as well as protruding undulating veins. There is also such a kind of disease as varicose veins of the uterus. Most often, this pathology occurs in the fairer sex precisely during the childbearing age.
It is very difficult to visually diagnose her, as she does not have any pronounced symptoms. However, it is still very important to understand what this disease is. In this article, we will talk about the causes and symptoms of the disease, as well as diagnostic methods and features of its treatment. Please read the information provided carefully in order toto protect and arm yourself as much as possible.
What is uterine varicose veins?
As you know, varicose veins is a disease of the veins, which is characterized by congestion in them. Veins lose elasticity over time due to hormonal changes and other factors. Most often, the disease affects the lower extremities, but in some of the fair sex, it also affects the pelvic region. Moreover, this type of pathology is considered very dangerous, as it can lead to inflammatory processes and infertility.
What causes contribute to the occurrence of pathology
Varicose veins of the uterus usually occur in women of childbearing age. In this case, the disease begins to actively progress during the onset of pregnancy, since it is during this period that everything for this condition occurs.
So, let's consider what factors provoke the active development of the disease:
- during pregnancy, the level of progesterone in the blood rises significantly, which can have a relaxing effect on blood vessels;
- the load on the pelvic region also increases significantly, which means that blood circulation in the organs may be disturbed;
- varicose veins of the uterus can begin to actively progress if serious inflammatory processes of a chronic nature are observed in the organs of the reproductive system;
- the disease is very often inherited;
- also the disease can make itself felt afterabortion.
However, one should not think that such a pathology as varicose veins in the uterus will affect all pregnant women. Most often, it is still transmitted to women genetically. However, every woman before planning a pregnancy must undergo a comprehensive diagnostic examination in order to eliminate all possible risks to her he alth, as well as the he alth of the unborn baby.
What are the symptoms of the disease?
As mentioned above, varicose veins of the body of the uterus are not so easy to recognize. However, there are some symptoms that indicate the presence of pathological processes. Be sure to pay attention to your well-being. The most common symptoms of this pathology are:
Frequent pains in the lower abdomen that get worse during exercise and sex. Also, pain may worsen in the second phase of the menstrual cycle and directly during pregnancy
- Women with uterine varicose veins usually have profuse vaginal discharge throughout their cycle.
- At the same time, pain increases if the fair sex does not lead an active lifestyle, and also suffers from infectious inflammatory processes of the genitourinary system. Quite often, pathology is also accompanied by a lack of desire to have sex.
So, the symptoms can be distinguished depending on the stage of the disease. There are threestages of the disease, each of which is characterized by the size of the veins:
- It is not possible to recognize the very first stage at home, since it is not accompanied by any unpleasant or painful sensations. In this case, the diameter of the vein does not exceed five millimeters, although a slight tortuosity appears.
- At the second stage of varicose veins, the uterine vein increases to ten millimeters in diameter. The disease may begin to be accompanied by painful symptoms.
- But the third stage is considered the most dangerous. The diameter of the veins is already more than one centimeter. The main symptom of varicose veins in the uterus at this stage is the presence of severe pain.
Is the disease dangerous when pregnant?
Some women are diagnosed before pregnancy. In this case, during the bearing of a child, the symptoms of this pathology can worsen significantly. Of course, women are worried about the state of their he alth, which is why they ask doctors how to behave in the presence of uterine varicose veins during pregnancy.
However, if the patient is responsible for the state of her he alth, regularly visits the doctor and eats right, then the pregnancy will proceed normally even if this type of varicose veins is present. If the condition has become neglected, then the doctor may advise the patient to apply a caesarean section. In very rare cases, varicose veins can causeinsufficient oxygen supply to the placenta.
The Importance of Dieting
Varicose veins of the uterus and small pelvis can bring a lot of trouble to its owner. For prevention purposes, as well as at all stages of treatment, every woman should carefully monitor her diet. Try to completely give up tea and coffee drinks, as well as large amounts of sugar and s alt. At the same time, include fresh vegetables, fruits, and plant-based oils in your diet.
With the help of this diet, you can significantly improve blood circulation, which will remove the risk of congestion, and also minimize the load on the veins. However, please note that in the presence of such a pathology, pregnant women are not recommended to consume large amounts of liquid, since a special hormonal background can provoke the occurrence of puffiness and congestion.
Features of treatment
Only after carrying out diagnostic measures can varicose veins on the cervix be detected. If the diagnosis is confirmed, it is very important to start treatment in a timely manner with the help of medications, procedures and proper nutrition. If such therapeutic measures do not improve the patient's condition, then doctors will be forced to resort to surgical intervention. If the disease was detected during pregnancy, then the operation will have to be postponed, but at the same time strictly monitor the state of he alth.
Using venotonics
To orderto improve the condition of the veins, scientists have developed special drugs called venotonics. They should be prescribed by a phlebologist after a comprehensive examination. Usually the course of treatment with such medications is about three months. During this time, the pain disappears, and the patient feels much better.
Performing special exercises
Treatment of varicose veins of the uterus also includes the implementation of special exercises. To eliminate congestion, doctors recommend that women walk as much as possible. It is also worth performing unloading and relaxing exercises that can have a positive effect on the state of the organs of the reproductive system. This should include the performance of such important exercises as "bicycle" and "birch".
It is also very important to do breathing exercises daily, while learning to breathe through the interaction of not only the chest, but also the lower abdomen.
Doctors recommend that women suffering from varicose veins wear compression underwear. This should be done especially during walks, as well as when performing physical exercises. A contrast shower also has a good therapeutic effect. With its help, you can well strengthen the cardiovascular system.
Treatment with surgery
Of course, first of all, doctors try to cope with such a pathology as varicose veins with the help of conservative methods of treatment. However, if the disease has already acquired a strongneglected form, then conservative methods will not always be able to come to the rescue. In this case, doctors may prescribe surgery. It is usually prescribed in the third stage of the disease. If the patient has not only uterine varicose veins, but also a total dilatation of the veins of the lower extremities, then in this case, the doctors will remove the great saphenous vein. Keep in mind that the earlier a disease is detected, the easier it will be to treat. Improper lifestyle after surgery will lead to a relapse.
How is the diagnosis made?
Usually, this pathology can be recognized using an ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs, which is performed by the intravaginal method. If necessary, other research methods can be prescribed: dopplerography, ovaricography, and also tomography. During diagnostic studies, it is very important to detect concomitant diseases, as well as to identify the causes that contribute to their occurrence.
Preventive measures
The main cause of uterine varicose veins is a woman's genetic predisposition. Of course, in this case, it is difficult to exclude the risk of developing pathology. However, you can stop its development. To do this, it is very important to take preventive measures such as:
- Eating the right foods. It is very important to follow a meal schedule and not overeat.
- Be sure to keep an active lifestyle. Walk as much as possible and do some light exercise.
- Try to avoid stressful conditions, and give up bad habits.
- It is recommended to take drugs that support the tone of the veins, as well as thin the blood. However, only a specialist can prescribe such medicines after it has been established whether you have contraindications for use.
- Also, doctors recommend regular sex in order to eliminate the risk of congestion.
It can be concluded
Varicose veins of the pelvic organs are not a very dangerous disease, so the prognosis for the patient's recovery is extremely favorable. However, the disease cannot be completely cured. You can only slow down its development. To do this, lead the right way of life. Pay attention to your diet, go in for sports and finally get rid of excess weight. Visit your doctor regularly and conduct diagnostic tests. This will help determine the dynamics of your condition.
If you carefully monitor your well-being and pay attention to all its changes, then you will understand how to behave correctly. Every woman should take care of her he alth. This is the only way to live a long and happy life.
In this article, we got acquainted with the information about what is uterine varicose veins, as well as how to deal with it. Do not forget that in most cases it is almost impossible to recognize such a pathology. Therefore, just follow your lifestyle, and with the slightest fluctuations in he alth, starttake action.
Take care of yourself, love yourself, and then you will notice how your body will begin to take care of you with full dedication.
