Varicose Veins Keep Getting Worse

So, your varicose veins keep getting worse, you say. If that is the case, you should seek help for your condition. Don’t disregard your condition just because you are able to wear trousers or long clothing to hide them from view.

Varicose veins, also known as varicosity or varicosis, are enlarged, twisted, painful superficial veins that are visible just beneath the skin. They develop when blood flow in the veins slows down due to a poorly-functioning valve. A valve is a one-way flap that stops blood from flowing backward, and so when it is weakened and less able to perform this function, blood accumulates and a varicose vein is formed.  Enlarged veins, which appear as either varicose veins or spider veins, are not a rare occurrence.

As a matter of fact, 41% of women in their 50s suffer from abnormal leg veins, showing that enlarged veins are particularly prevalent among the aging female population.

Varicose veins are frequently mistaken for a cosmetic problem. In reality, they are actually a disease, even though those who have it develop cosmetic manifestations and usually experience little physical discomfort.

There are a number of factors that can trigger the formation of varicose veins particularly unpleasant and place you at risk of developing a more serious condition like deep vein thrombosis or varicose ulcers.

Diet Considerations

One thing that the person suffering from varicose veins should remember is that Your Diet Is of Great Importance.

The food that you eat greatly affects the condition of the veins. To be on the safe side, consume foods that will reduce the condition. The best foods are those that are rich in fiber and vitamin C. As a rule of thumb you should avoid foods that worsen the condition. Such foods include those that are rich in sugars, which can cause inflammation. These can be from simple sugars, such as those found in candy and sweets. Sugars from fruits, especially melons and bananas, can also cause inflammation.

A person can sometimes prevent varicose veins from getting worse by avoiding certain food items. Bread, peeled potatoes, and starchy foods that cause constipation can put more pressure on leg veins.

All condiments, salt, alcohol, coffee, strong tea, fried foods, processed and refined foods, white flour products, white sugar and white sugar products, cheeses, and ice cream should be consumed in limited quantities. These foods can be constipating and can cause sluggish circulation, leg pain, and cramps associated with varicose veins.

Physical Activity and Varicose Veins

Another factor that worsens the condition is Immobility.

The uncomfortable, and often painful, symptoms of varicose veins can sometimes limit our mobility. If your legs are throbbing and aching, the last thing you will feel like doing is enjoying a brisk walk or taking a yoga class.

Exercise is vital, though – remaining immobile or leading a sedentary lifestyle will not encourage your circulatory system and will keep your blood flow stagnant and inactive. You need to be moving around regularly, stretching your legs and partaking in gentle exercises to stimulate a healthy flow of blood around your body.

Lifting heavy items also puts pressure on the veins and worsens the conditions. It is advisable to avoid heavy lifting stress.

Avoid tight-fitting clothes, non-stretchable fabrics, and clothing that cuts at the waistline as they can restrict blood flow.

In fact, when purchasing new clothes, make sure to sit down in them to see how they feel. Most people try on clothes and make judgments on the fit when they are standing up. Sitting down will help you better gauge if what you are wearing is too tight or cause discomfort.

All these steps can help relieve this painful situation and lessen the worsening of varicose veins.