Varicose veins of the genital organs can occur in both men and women. Among the fairer sex, pregnant women often suffer. Varicose veins of the genitals occur due to circulatory disorders in the pelvic area. Manifestations of the disease bring discomfort to the way of life.
If varicose veins in the intimate place are detected at an early stage of development, there is a high chance that complications and consequences of pathology will be avoided.
Causes of occurrence
Genital varicose veins occur in humans for a variety of reasons.
- Hereditary factor plays an important role. People whose relatives suffered from varicose veins on the genitals should pay attention to preventive measures. This will reduce the risk of unpleasant pathologies. A medical professional is aware of a similar illness in relatives in the past. Some medications can cause varicose veins.
- Varicose veins on the genitals often occur due to ill bad habits. A large percentage of the population of the Russian Federation has such a bad habit as smoking. Every smoker knows the damage to the body. Vitamins of group C are responsible for the strength of venous walls, nicotine destroys substances and increases the risk of varicose veins on the genitals and other parts of the body. The longer a person smokes, the higher the probability of developing pathology.
- The likelihood of genital varicose veins is greatly increased by alcohol abuse. Due to the action of alcohol, inflammatory processes begin in the tissues of the veins.
- Varicose veins can be caused by an inappropriate lifestyle. If a person spends most of the day sitting or standing, it significantly increases the risk of disease. There will be no varicose veins for a few days, but if the situation repeats for several years, then the cause of the disease may be this.
- Varicose veins on the genitals often appear in pregnant women. Medical experts attribute this to hormonal disorders in the body. Several hormonal components are responsible for keeping the veins in good condition. Often, varicose veins on the labia appear during puberty, which is also explained by hormonal imbalance.
- Varicose veins of the genitals often occur in people who are overweight. If a person has a tendency to obesity, he must remember that increasing weight also increases the load on the body, including the pelvic organs.
In men, varicose veins on the genitals can be associated with a number of reasons.
- Promiscuous sexual intercourse.
- Use of erection drugs.
- Damage to the reproductive and urinary systems.
Symptoms
The clinical manifestations of pathology in men and women are different. The symptoms of varicose veins of the genitals in women are as follows.
- Vein enlargement is possible, a large number of intertwined nodes appear.
- In the perineum, the skin becomes dry, irritated.
- There is an itchy, painful sensation in the groin area.
- Itching is possible.
- Genital swelling.
- Dysuric disorders.
During sexual intercourse, the clinical manifestations described above in women worsen, and discomfort increases during physical exertion or after using the toilet. In most cases, the patient complains of painful feelings of a painful nature in the perineal region. Due to constant discomfort, the patient's psychological health suffers, he becomes irritable.
In the initial stage of disease development there is no discomfort; the presence of the disease can be sensed by small nodules in the genital area. Over time, they begin to increase, and other symptoms gradually develop. Neoplasms interfere with sexual activity, human movement.
Another sign that indicates varicose veins of the genitalia is skin pigmentation in the perineal region. During palpation, the presence of venous nodules is felt, which become larger over time.
In the male half of the population, the disease is often accompanied by varicocele, and the venous canals of the testicles dilate. In the initial stage of pathology development, blood circulation is disturbed, over time, blood begins to accumulate, leading to enlargement of the genitals.
One of the most serious complications of genital varicose veins is infertility. One of the surest signs of varicose veins of the reproductive system are painful sensations during intercourse. There are dilated venous canals on the genitals.
Complications
The earlier the treatment of the pathology is started, the lower the risk of complications. Genital varicose veins are dangerous as follows.
- There is a risk of infertility.
- The beginning of inflammatory processes in the genital organ.
- Impairment of mental health due to discomfort.
The disease can cause disturbances in the functioning of the reproductive system; in the process of giving birth to a fetus in a mother with varicose veins of the genitalia, difficulties may arise.
The possibility of infertility is explained by the fact that inflammation during the development of the disease can go into the tissues of the genital organ itself. As a result, ulcers begin to form. In such a situation, medical professionals perform surgical intervention, conservative methods will not be effective.
If the patient ignores the clinical manifestations of the disease and does not seek medical advice for a long time, his flora is disturbed. As a result, infectious and fungal inflammations begin. This complicates further diagnosis.
Methods of treatment
When contacting a specialist, the patient undergoes diagnostic procedures, takes blood. Conservative methods of fighting the disease are most often used. The attending physician recommends the purchase of compression underwear, prescribes medicated ointments with anesthetic, and prescribes a number of medications.
In some cases, there is a need for sclerotherapy. This is an injection technique that you can use to get rid of altered veins. The damaged area is cooled with air, after which a medicinal solution is injected, which leads to narrowing of the veins and normalization of blood flow. 6 minutes after the injection, the affected areas are compressed on both sides.
Sclerotherapy is one of the effective methods of treating varicose veins of the genitals, preventing the formation of blood clots in the future.
Prophylaxis
The level of treatment does not allow the removal of varicose veins of the genital organs. It is allowed to consult a doctor to quickly improve the condition and eliminate the clinical manifestations of the pathology.
At the end of the course of treatment, the patient should be involved in the prevention of pathology, this will reduce the risk of recurrence.
- If a hereditary factor is present, it is recommended to discontinue hormonal medications. This includes contraception.
- Pregnancy can cause complications if a woman has a high chance of developing varicose veins of the genitals. During gestation, hormonal changes occur in the body. As a result, there may be a lack of hormones that keep the veins in good condition. For this reason, during pregnancy, the risk of developing varicose veins of the genitals increases dramatically.
- It is important that adolescents talk in advance about the possible severe consequences in the case of early sexual activity.
- Medical experts strongly recommend smoking cessation and alcohol abuse. A huge number of methods and means have been developed to give up bad habits.
- Doctors advise you to pay special attention to the fight against overweight. Obesity is not just caused by overeating. It will not be possible to overcome the pathology until the patient gets rid of the extra pounds.
The modern level of medicine allows you to deal with the clinical manifestations of varicose veins of the genitals. There are many painless methods to solve the problem.
All that is required of the patient is to consult a doctor when the first symptoms of the disease appear. This will simplify the treatment process and avoid complications.