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Reflecting venous insufficiency, varicose veins in the legs or pelvic veins can lead to complications. Here are some simple ways to limit their appearance and treat them if they are already installed.
Varicose veins manifest themselves in the form of veins dilated and/or altered on the legs. They are sometimes in relief but are often painful. In France, it is estimated that one in two people over the age of fifty is affected by this disease. Can we Prevent their appearance and how to get rid of them? We give you a few tracks just below.
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are a reflection of venous insufficiency chronicle. They appear when the vein wall and the valves are degraded. As explained above, it is a a phenomenon that appears over time and that only affects mainly people over 50 years of age, male or woman. The appearance of varicose veins can also be due to deformations related to events such as a case of pathology or obstruction and reflux coexist. We can mention post-thrombotic consequences or dysplasia venous. In rare cases, varicose veins are congenital but they manifest themselves from childhood.
Varicose veins in the legs: what to avoid them?
If age is the predominant factor for varicose veins, you should know that there are a few factors that can accelerate the apparition. Of particular note is obesity, standing prolonged pregnancy, one or more pregnancies, lack of activity and some studies also point the finger at alcohol which is a vasodilator.