In India, more than seven percent of the adults suffer from varicose veins, said a survey conducted by the Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai, India.
Varicose vein is a disease in which the veins become abnormally thick, enlarged and full of twists and turns.
Varicose Veins
Varicose vein is caused by swelling, twisting of vein that may lead to pain. It is commonly seen in calf, ankle and legs.
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The survey also revealed that work that requires a person to stand for long duration is the main reason that causes varicose veins. Besides, it was also found that this occurs commonly in the veins of legs and thighs.
"Varicose veins affect those who stand for long hours, such as teachers, traffic policemen, sales people and others. If varicose veins are not treated early, there can be complications leading to chronic venous insufficiency," said Vimal Someshwar, director of Interventional Radiology Department at Wockhardt hospital.
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Speaking on the issue, Someshwar also said that treatment is not easy as people ignore it considering the disease as a cosmetic problem and fail to diagnose it.
Worldwide, superficial venous disease is more common in women as compared to men.
Wockhardt Hospital organized a Varicose Veins screening checkup for the Mumbai police personnel especially for its traffic department on May 10.
More than 100 city police personnel underwent Varicose Veins screening and it was found that at least five percent of them were suffering from the condition.
"Even though the disease is not life-threatening, it can be debilitating if not treated properly. The 15-20 percent of people, who have visible varicose veins is lucky because they can see the problem. However, more worrying are the hidden kind of Venous diseases," said Someshwar.
People who ignore the disease for a long time may require surgery in most cases.
"Endo-venous laser therapy (ELVT) is the latest technique used in the treatment of varicose veins. It is a minimally invasive, short procedure requiring local anesthesia with a day care admission and patients can return to work quickly after the treatment," said Someshwar.
Source: Medindia
Study Finds Foam Injections for Varicose Veins Better and Cheaper for Patients
Foam injections to treat varicose veins cause less pain for patients and could save NHS money compared
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Speaking on the issue, Someshwar also said that treatment is not easy as people ignore it considering the disease as a cosmetic problem and fail to diagnose it.
Worldwide, superficial venous disease is more common in women as compared to men.
Wockhardt Hospital organized a Varicose Veins screening checkup for the Mumbai police personnel especially for its traffic department on May 10.
More than 100 city police personnel underwent Varicose Veins screening and it was found that at least five percent of them were suffering from the condition.
"Even though the disease is not life-threatening, it can be debilitating if not treated properly. The 15-20 percent of people, who have visible varicose veins is lucky because they can see the problem. However, more worrying are the hidden kind of Venous diseases," said Someshwar.
People who ignore the disease for a long time may require surgery in most cases.
"Endo-venous laser therapy (ELVT) is the latest technique used in the treatment of varicose veins. It is a minimally invasive, short procedure requiring local anesthesia with a day care admission and patients can return to work quickly after the treatment," said Someshwar.
Source: Medindia
Researchers Reveal the Cause Behind Varicose Veins
Researchers have identified the culprit behind the varicose veins.
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