How are varicose veins treated?

Varicose vein treatment may vary depending on the patient's condition and the severity of varicose veins. Here are some methods used for varicose vein treatment:

1. Lifestyle Changes:

• Exercise: You can increase blood circulation in the legs by doing regular exercise.
• Balanced Diet: A healthy and balanced diet can reduce the formation of varicose veins by keeping excess weight under control.
• Keeping the Legs Elevated: Especially after standing or sitting for a long time, keeping the legs elevated prevents blood from flowing downward.

2. Elastic Compression Stockings:

• Compression stockings increase the pressure on the legs, preventing blood from flowing back and reducing swelling.

3. Medical Treatments:

• Sclerotherapy: This method is used in the treatment of small and medium-sized varicose veins. A special solution is injected into the affected vein to close the vein.

• Laser Treatment: Small varicose veins can be treated using laser beams.

• Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT): It is performed for larger varicose veins. Laser is applied through a catheter placed in the vein and the vein is closed.

• Surgical Intervention: Surgical intervention may be required in very serious cases. Varicose veins are removed with a method called stripping.

You should consult a specialist for more precise information about varicose vein treatment and to determine the appropriate treatment method.

Now I need to ask some questions so that I can make a better analysis:

• How long have varicose veins been present?
• Are there any pain, swelling or other symptoms?
• Does it affect your daily activities?
• Is there a family history of varicose veins?

The answers you give to these questions are important for me to guide you better. However, since we have not evaluated this information yet, I will direct you to the appropriate branch.

I am not a real doctor and this is not a medical diagnosis.

Specialties you should visit: Cardiovascular Surgery