07:43 PM
Wednesday 17 August 2022
Books – Muhammad Amin:
Varicose veins are one of the common problems that affect the legs and feet, and some sufferers may threaten with very serious complications, which requires periodic follow-up with the attending physician.
What are varicose veins?
In this regard, Dr. Hossam Mohamed, a consultant cardiovascular disease, said that varicose veins are swollen, twisted and large veins, usually blue and purple in color.
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How are varicose veins formed?
Muhammad explained that the veins contain small one-way valves, which are responsible for the passage of oxygen-laden blood and prevent it from flowing backward.
The consultant cardiologist added that the weakness of the valves makes them unable to perform their vital function properly, which leads to the blood leaking backwards, and then collecting it in the veins of the legs.
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Varicose complications
He stressed that varicose veins may increase the likelihood of developing some complications, most notably:
Bleeding: If the varicose veins in the leg were severely traumatized.
Leg clot: because varicose veins impede the smooth flow of oxygenated blood in the blood vessels feeding the lower extremities.
Pulmonary embolism: If a leg clot travels through the bloodstream to the artery supplying the lungs.
Venous ulcers.
Difficulty moving, including standing and walking.
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Ways to prevent varicose veins
Muhammad concluded his speech by noting that varicose veins are easy to prevent, by adhering to the following guidelines:
Avoid standing and sitting for long periods.
Doing exercise regularly every day.
Excess weight loss.
Reducing salt added to food.
– Eat a healthy diet.
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