The doctor told about the danger of venous insufficiency

Therapist, PhD Andrey Kondrakhin said that venous insufficiency can be a consequence of varicose veins.

In conversation with aif.ru On Monday, August 25, the doctor noted that with age, the vessels gradually lose their elasticity, and this is enough for even a light touch or a careless blow to leave a noticeable bruise on the skin, which does not go away for a long time. According to him, even a minor injury can cause similar consequences in the elderly, especially if it concerns the back of the hand, where there is no muscle protection.

The specialist added that increased vascular fragility may indicate the presence of venous insufficiency, which is a sign of varicose veins. It usually appears on the lower extremities when the veins lose their elasticity and begin to expand. At the same time, the doctor stressed that with age, blood vessels become brittle not only on the legs, but also in other parts of the body, writes RT.

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On July 14, orthopedic traumatologist Vladimir Nechaev explained that vascular asterisks on the legs can be a symptom of deep vein thrombosis or venous insufficiency. According to him, weak work of the lower leg muscles due to lack of mobility, prolonged exercise, illness or excess weight can lead to venous insufficiency and even deep vein thrombosis. 360.ru .

Also in July, nutritionist Victoria Sergeeva named the causes of venous insufficiency. According to her, among the risk factors are heredity, excess weight, physical inactivity, dehydration, tight clothes, uncomfortable shoes and long trips. If there are several of them, it is worth considering prevention.

As noted by RIAMO, venous insufficiency is a common age—related disease that does not affect the ability to work.

Previously, the site kp.ru he wrote that normally the valves of the veins prevent the return flow of blood, but due to heredity, hormonal disorders, obesity, inactivity or stress, their work is disrupted. This leads to stagnation of blood, distension of veins, edema, pain and other manifestations of venous insufficiency.

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