Varicose veins of the uterus do not have an age range, so it can occur in both retirement-age women and young nulliparous 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 large number of environmental factors provoke pathology. Modern women do not take care of themselves at all, they constantly expose their bodies to physical exertion and all this, over time, negatively affects their bodies. The disease can develop over the years and be diagnosed at a late stage. It is for this reason that at least once a year you should undergo preventive examinations by a gynecologist.
In general, the prognosis for the treatment of the disease is favorable, the main thing is to quickly seek the help of qualified specialists and not listen to the advice of neighbors who once encountered a similar ailment and were cured with tinctures or ointments. Treatment of varicose veins of the uterus should be carried out without fail, because the disease can lead to dangerous consequences:
- thrombophlebitis - a disease of the walls of the uterus, followed by the formation of blood clots in them;
- ovarian vein thrombosis - blockage of blood vessels.
Both pathologies can be fatal without timely medical assistance.
The reasons for the development of the disease
Varicose veins of the uterus are associated with hormonal imbalances and thyroid gland functionality. 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 organ;
- abortion;
- difficult delivery;
- frequent constipation;
- intrauterine contraception;
- congenital pathologies;
- venous valve defects;
- run varicose veins on the legs;
- hereditary predisposition to the disease;
- physical exercise;
- take hormonal contraceptives;
- uncontrolled use of medications.
Only a qualified doctor can accurately determine the causes of the development of degenerative changes in the vessels after a thorough examination and questioning of the patient.
Cervical varicose veins sometimes develop during pregnancy. Since the fetus is unevenly located in the abdominal cavity, it can squeeze the uterine veins at a later date. 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 normalizes. In some cases, doctors recommend a cesarean section to prevent rupture and bleeding when pushing.
Symptoms of varicose veins of the uterus.
The complexity of the situation is that the symptoms of this disease are very similar to other disorders of the genitourinary system, so they can be easily confused and the treatment will not be carried out correctly. Pronounced symptoms of varicose veins of the uterus have only 2 stages. In the initial stages, the disease is not disclosed at all. It can be determined in stage 1 by chance during a routine ultrasound exam.
Symptoms of dilated vessels of the uterus:
- pulling pain and discomfort in the lower abdomen;
- a feeling of heaviness in the lower back;
- interruptions in the menstrual cycle;
- painful sensations during intercourse;
- profuse menstruation;
- atypical discharge;
- General weakness;
- decreased performance.
All of the above symptoms are a good reason to see a doctor. It is strictly forbidden to carry out self-diagnostics and prescribe a treatment yourself; this can only be done by an individually qualified physician.
Diagnosis and medical treatment.
Computed tomography and radiography are not very informative procedures in diagnosing a disease such as varicose veins of the uterus. Much more information about the patient's condition can be obtained with the help of an ultrasound examination.
A transvaginal introduction of a special probe is carried out, which makes it possible to assess the state of the vessels in the uterus. In addition, laboratory tests are prescribed to evaluate the composition of the blood. An increased number of platelets can disrupt normal blood circulation and cause a number of negative effects in the body. Very often, uterine varicose veins are combined with varicose veins on the ovary, so the doctor should 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.
Also, drugs are prescribed that can thin the blood.
If the disease was diagnosed at a late stage or drug therapy did not produce the expected results, surgery is performed. There are several surgical treatment options:
- phlebectomy;
- sclerotherapy;
- laser coagulation;
- radio wave 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 through incisions; With laser coagulation, the blood output is normalized by the action of a laser beam on the obstructed vessels. Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which a sclerosing substance is injected into the affected vessels, bonding the vessel. With radio wave coagulation, the veins are affected by radio waves of a certain frequency, destroying the blockages and clearing the vessels.
Cardinal techniques are considered to be the removal of a specific section of the uterine vein or the removal of the uterus and its appendages entirely. The expediency of using a particular treatment method is decided individually, taking into account the age of the patient, the presence of offspring and concomitant diseases.
Diet and exercise therapy
During treatment and after surgery, it is very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and eat well. Increase the amount of vitamin-containing foods in your diet, cucumbers, blueberries, celery, tomatoes and cherries have a very good effect on the condition of the veins. Limit the consumption of fried, fatty and smoked foods, contribute to the blockage of blood vessels and reduce the rate of absorption of vitamins. You should give up bad habits, spend more time outdoors, and not stay in the same position for long. Any physical activity that a woman undergoes must be doable.
The varicose veins of the uterus are corrected with physical exercises, which will increase the tone of the muscles and blood vessels of this organ. The following physical exercises have a very good effect on the condition of patients:
- Lie on your back, place your hands on the ground with the palms of your hands, and use your feet to make movements that simulate riding a bicycle.
- In the same position we do the scissor leg exercise 30 times. After that, we roll over on our stomach. We raise the body supporting the elbows on the ground and we do the same movements with the legs. In this position, it is more difficult to manipulate the limbs, but the effect of the limbs is greater.
- In a sitting or standing position, pull the anus inward. Such movements are combined with correct breathing: they inhale when inhaling and release air when exhaling. Enough 15 retractions a day.
- Sit on the floor, bend one knee and straighten the other leg. The straight leg is slowly raised and lowered 20 times. After that, the leg is changed.
These simple exercises, which will not take a little time, can improve blood circulation in the pelvic organs and directly in the uterus. As an additional load, you can climb stairs, which also has a great effect on blood circulation and strengthens the leg muscles.
Recipes and folk remedies
The following popular methods help to thin the blood and perfectly improve blood circulation processes:
- Dilute a tablespoon of vinegar with a glass of water. Consume 2 times a day before meals.
- Horse chestnut tincture allows not only to strengthen blood vessels, but also to increase immunity. You can buy it already made at the pharmacy or prepare it yourself by mixing chopped chestnuts and alcohol. The tool is insisted for 2 weeks in a glass container with a tightly closed lid. Inside, use 20 drops before meals.
- 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 remedy can harm people with hypertension, as it accelerates blood circulation in the body and causes a hypertensive crisis.
- Lilac and alcohol tincture very well removes congestion in the pelvic organs. You should mix 200 g of vegetable flowers with 0. 5 l of alcohol and leave for 2 weeks. Then 1 tsp. use the remedy before every meal, drink it or eat it.
- A decoction of hop cones helps a lot. They are made in boiling water for 15 minutes, infused for half an hour and drunk half a glass, 2 times a day.
Varicose veins of the uterus are a very serious pathology, so you should not get carried away by an alternative therapy in this case. It can act as a complement to the main treatment, in no case should it be used alone. Now, you know what uterine varicose veins are and you approximately know how to treat this ailment, so at the first symptoms you can quickly consult a doctor and stop the disease at an early stage, preventing it from turning into a chronic form, lo which is considered incurable.