Varicose veins of the uterus have no age range, so they can appear in both retired women and young nulliparous girls. It is known that the female population is more susceptible to varicose veins, but few know that varicose veins can develop not only on the legs and hips, but also on internal organs, such as the uterus.
Dangerous consequences
A large number of environmental factors provokes pathology. Modern women do not take care of themselves at all, they constantly expose their bodies to physical exertion, and all of 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 a preventive examination by a gynecologist at least once a year.
In general, the prognosis for the treatment of the disease is favorable, the main thing is to immediately seek help from qualified specialists and not listen to the advice of neighbors who once had a similar disease and were cured with tinctures or ointments. Treatment of varicose veins of the uterus should be carried out without fail, since the disease can have dangerous consequences:
- thrombophlebitis - a disease of the walls of the uterus, followed by the formation of blood clots on them;
- Ovarian vein thrombosis - blockage of blood vessels.
Both pathologies can be fatal without timely medical attention.
The reasons for the development of the disease
Varicose veins of the uterus are linked to hormonal imbalances and thyroid functionality. The disease develops due to increased blood clotting in the pelvic organs.
Varicose veins of the uterus can be caused by:
- prolonged inflammation of the organ;
- Cancellation;
- difficult birth;
- frequent constipation;
- intrauterine contraception;
- congenital pathologies;
- Venous valve failure;
- running varicose veins on the legs;
- hereditary predisposition to the disease;
- physical movement;
- Taking hormonal contraceptives;
- uncontrolled use of medication.
Only a qualified doctor, after a thorough examination and questioning the patient, can accurately determine the causes of the development of degenerative changes in the vessels.
Cervical varicose veins sometimes develop during pregnancy. Because the fetus lies unevenly in the abdominal cavity, it can later squeeze the uterine veins. Varicose veins of the uterus during pregnancy are not considered a pathology and do not require treatment; blood circulation normalizes immediately after the birth of a child. In some cases, doctors recommend a caesarean section to avoid rupturing and bleeding while 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 diseases of the genitourinary system, so it is easy to confuse them and 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 noticeable at all. It can be detected by chance in stage 1 during a routine ultrasound examination.
Symptoms of the enlarged vessels of the uterus:
- pulling pains and discomfort in the lower abdomen;
- a feeling of heaviness in the lower back;
- disorders in the menstrual cycle;
- painful sensations during sexual intercourse;
- heavy 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 self-diagnose and prescribe treatment for yourself; this can only be done by a qualified doctor on a case-by-case basis.
Diagnostics and medical treatment
Computed tomography and x-rays are not very useful tools for 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 scan.
Transvaginal insertion of a special probe is performed, which makes it possible to assess the condition of the vessels in the uterus. In addition, laboratory tests are prescribed to assess the composition of the blood. An increased number of platelets can disrupt normal blood circulation and have a number of negative effects on the body. Very often, uterine varicose veins are combined with varicose veins in the ovary, so the doctor must also examine the limbs.
When diagnosing varicose veins in the uterus, treatment is carried out using two methods - conservative and surgical. Conservative treatment consists in taking special drugs.
In addition, drugs are prescribed that can thin the blood.
If the disease was 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;
- Radio wave coagulation;
- traditional surgical excision.
Each of the treatment methods has its own characteristics and behavior. Phlebectomy consists, for example, in the removal of varicose veins through incisions; in laser coagulation, blood flow is normalized by the action of a laser beam on blocked vessels. Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which a sclerosing substance is injected into the affected vessels and the vessel sticks together. With radio wave coagulation, the veins are influenced by radio waves of a certain frequency, they destroy blockages and clean the vessels.
Cardinal techniques are the removal of a specific section of the uterine vein or the complete removal of the uterus and its appendages. The appropriateness of a certain method of treatment is decided individually, taking into account the age of the patient, the presence of offspring and concomitant diseases.
Diet and exercise therapy
It is very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and eat properly during treatment and after surgery. Increase the amount of foods rich in 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, it contributes to the clogging of blood vessels and reduces the absorption of vitamins. You should give up bad habits, spend more time in the fresh air, and not stay in the same position for a long time. Any physical activity that a woman submits to must be feasible.
Varicose veins of the uterus are corrected through physical exercises that increase the tone of the muscles and blood vessels in this organ. The following physical exercises have a very good effect on the patient's condition:
- Lie on your back, place your hands on the floor with your palms, and use your feet to make movements that simulate cycling.
- In the same position, we do the scissor bone exercise 30 times. Then we roll over on our stomach. We lift the body, prop our elbows on the floor and do the same movements with our legs. In this position, the limbs are more difficult to manipulate, but their effect is greater.
- Retract the anus while sitting or standing. Such movements are combined with proper breathing - they attract when you inhale, and release air when you exhale. Enough 15 retractions a day.
- Sit on the floor, bend one knee and straighten the other leg. The extended leg is slowly raised and lowered 20 times. Then the leg is changed.
These simple, short-term exercises can improve blood flow to the pelvic organs and directly to the uterus. As an additional burden, you can climb stairs, which also has a great effect on blood circulation and strengthens the muscles in the legs.
Folk remedies and recipes
The following folk methods will help thin the blood and perfectly improve the processes of blood flow:
- Dilute a spoonful of vinegar with a glass of water. Take 2 times a day before meals.
- Horse chestnut tincture not only strengthens blood vessels, but also increases immunity. You can buy it ready at the pharmacy or you can prepare it yourself by mixing chopped chestnuts and alcohol. The tool is kept in a glass container under a tightly closed lid for 2 weeks. Use inside 20 drops before meals.
- Perfectly cleanses the 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 make a decoction based on it, simply pour boiling water over the propolis and leave for 20 minutes. It should be noted that the remedy can harm people with high blood pressure, as it accelerates blood circulation in the body and provokes a hypertensive crisis.
- Tincture of lilac and alcohol very well removes congestion in the pelvic organs. You need to mix 200 g of plant flowers with 0. 5 l of alcohol and leave for 2 weeks. Then 1 tsp. Use before every meal, drink or eat it.
- A decoction of hop cones helps a lot. They are brewed in boiling water for 15 minutes, infused for half an hour and drunk half a glass twice a day.
Varicose veins of the uterus are a very serious pathology, so in this case you should not get carried away with alternative therapy. It can serve as a complement to the main treatment and in no case should it be used on its own. Now that you know what uterine varicose veins are, and roughly how to treat this disease, so that at the first symptoms you can see a doctor quickly and stop the disease early to prevent it from developing into a chronic formis considered incurable.