Varicose veins of the uterus do not have an age range, so they can occur in both women of retirement age and in young unborn girls. It is known that the female population is more prone to varicose veins, but few people know that varicose veins can develop not only on the legs and hips, but also on internal organs, for example, in the uterus.
Dangerous consequences
A huge number of environmental factors cause pathology. Modern women do not take care of themselves at all, they constantly expose their body to physical exertion, and all this negatively affects their body over time. The disease can develop over the years and be diagnosed at a late stage. For this reason, you must undergo preventive examinations by a gynecologist at least once a year.
In general, the prognosis for the treatment of the disease is favorable, the most important thing is to immediately seek help from qualified professionals, and not listen to the advice of neighbors who once encountered a similar disease and were cured with tinctures or ointments. Treatment of varicose veins of the uterus should be carried out without error, because the disease can cause dangerous consequences:
- thrombophlebitis - a disease of the walls of the uterus, accompanied by the formation of blood clots on them;
- ovarian vein thrombosis - blockage of blood vessels.
Both pathologies can be fatal without timely medical attention.
Reasons for disease development
Varicose veins of the uterus are associated with hormonal imbalance and thyroid function. The disease develops as a result of increased blood clotting in the pelvic organs.
Varicose veins of the uterus can have the following reasons:
- prolonged inflammation of the organs;
- abortion;
- difficult childbirth;
- frequent constipation;
- intrauterine contraception;
- congenital pathologies;
- venous valve defects;
- varicose veins in the legs;
- hereditary predisposition to disease;
- physical exercises;
- taking hormonal contraceptives;
- uncontrolled use of drugs.
Only a qualified physician can accurately determine the causes of the development of degenerative changes in the vessels after a thorough examination and examination of the patient.
Varicose veins of the cervix sometimes develop during pregnancy. Because the fetus is unevenly located in the abdominal cavity, it can later constrict the veins of the uterus. Varicose veins of the uterus during pregnancy are not considered a pathology and do not require treatment; immediately after the birth of a child, blood circulation is normalized. In some cases, doctors recommend a cesarean section to avoid cracking and bleeding during pushing.
Symptoms of varicose veins of the uterus
The complexity of the situation lies in the fact that the symptoms of this disease are very similar to other disorders in the genitourinary system, so they can be easily confused, and the treatment will not be carried out properly. The pronounced symptoms of varicose veins of the uterus have only 2 stages. In the initial stages, the disease is not made known at all. It can be determined randomly in the first stage during a routine ultrasound examination.
Symptoms of dilated uterine blood vessels:
- withdrawal pain and discomfort in the lower abdomen;
- feeling of heaviness in the lower back;
- menstrual disorders;
- painful sensations during intercourse;
- heavy menstruation;
- atypical discharge;
- general weakness;
- reduced performance.
All of the above symptoms are a good reason to visit a doctor. It is strictly forbidden to perform self-diagnosis and prescribe treatment to yourself; this can only be done by a qualified doctor individually.
Diagnosis and treatment
Computed tomography and radiography are not very informative procedures in the diagnosis of diseases such as varicose veins of the uterus. Much more information about the patient's condition can be obtained with the help of ultrasound examination.
A transvaginal introduction of a special probe is performed, which enables the assessment of the condition of the vessels in the uterus. In addition, laboratory tests are prescribed to assess blood composition. Increased platelet counts can disrupt normal blood circulation and cause a number of negative effects on the body. Very often, varicose veins of the uterus are combined with varicose veins in the ovary, so the doctor must also examine the appendages.
When diagnosing varicose veins in the uterus, treatment is carried out by two methods - conservative and surgical. Conservative treatment consists of taking special medications.
In addition, medications that can dilute the blood are prescribed.
If the disease is diagnosed at a late stage or drug therapy did not bring the expected results, surgery is performed. There are several options for surgical treatment:
- phlebectomy;
- sclerotherapy;
- laser coagulation;
- radiowave coagulation;
- traditional surgical excision.
Each of the treatment methods has its own characteristics and nature of behavior. For example, phlebectomy consists of removing varicose veins with incisions; by laser coagulation the outflow of blood is normalized by the action of the laser beam on the clogged veins. Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which a sclerosing substance is injected into the affected vessels, gluing the vessel. By coagulating radio waves, radio waves of a certain frequency act on the veins, destroying blockages and clear blood vessels.
Cardinal techniques are considered to be the removal of a certain part of the uterine vein or the complete removal of the uterus and its appendages. The expediency of using a particular method of treatment is decided individually, taking into account the age of the patient, the presence of offspring and concomitant disease.
Diet and exercise therapy
During treatment and after surgery, it is very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and eat properly. Increase the amount of foods that contain vitamins in your diet, cucumbers, cranberries, celery, tomatoes and cherries have a very good effect on the condition of the veins. Limit the consumption of fried, fatty and smoked foods, contributes to the blockage of blood vessels and reduces the rate of vitamin absorption. You should give up bad habits, spend more time in the fresh air and not stay in the same position for long. Any physical activity that a woman undergoes must be feasible.
Varicose veins of the uterus are corrected by physical exercises that will increase the tone of muscles and blood vessels in this organ. The following physical exercises have a very good effect on the condition of patients:
- Lie on your back, place your palms on the floor, and make movements with your feet that simulate cycling.
- In the same position we do the leg scissors exercise 30 times. After that we roll over on our stomachs. We lift the body, resting the elbows on the floor, and do the same movements with the legs. In this position it is more difficult to manipulate the limbs, but their effect is greater.
- In a sitting or standing position, pull the anus inward. Such movements are combined with proper breathing - they are inhaled and exhaled when exhaled. Enough 15 withdrawals a day.
- Sit on the floor, bend one knee and straighten the other leg. The correct leg is slowly raised and lowered 20 times. After that, the leg is changed.
These simple exercises, which will not take you much time, can improve blood circulation in the pelvic organs and directly in the uterus. As an extra load, you can climb stairs, which also has a great effect on blood circulation and strengthens leg muscles.
Folk remedies and recipes
The following folk methods help to thin the blood and perfectly improve the process of blood circulation:
- Dilute a tablespoon of vinegar with a glass of water. Consume 2 times daily before meals.
- Wild chestnut tincture allows not only to strengthen blood vessels, but also to increase immunity. You can buy it ready-made at the pharmacy or prepare it yourself by mixing chopped chestnuts and alcohol. The tool is insisted for 2 weeks in a glass jar under a well-closed lid. Inside, use 20 drops before meals.
- It perfectly cleanses blood vessels with propolis in its natural form and in the form of a decoction. It is recommended to dissolve a slice of the product for an hour or prepare a decoction based on it, just pour boiling water over the propolis and leave for 20 minutes. It should be noted that the drug can harm people with hypertension because it speeds up blood circulation in the body and causes a hypertensive crisis.
- Lilac tincture and alcohol very well removes congestion in the pelvic organs. You need to mix 200 g of plant flowers with 0. 5 liters of alcohol and leave for 2 weeks. Then 1 tbsp. use the medicine before each meal, drink it or eat it.
- A decoction of hops helps a lot. They are boiled in boiling water for 15 minutes, infused for half an hour and drunk in half a glass, 2 times a day.
Varicose veins of the uterus are a very serious pathology, so in this case you should not get pregnant with alternative therapy. It can act as an adjunct to the main treatment, in no case should it be used alone. Now you know what varicose veins are and you know roughly how to treat this disease, so at the first symptoms you can quickly consult a doctor and stop the disease at an early stage, preventing its development into a chronic form, which is considered incurable.