What is unilateral varicose veins in the lower limb?

For many adults, unilateral varicose veins in the lower limbs should be relatively common, and this type of disease is particularly prone to occur in women. In addition, it is also closely related to long-term standing. For example, patients in professions such as teachers and hairdressers have a high chance of developing this disease. Of course, there are some other reasons. Let’s take a look at what is going on!

Varicose veins during pregnancy

Varicose veins are common in women's lower limbs and vulva during pregnancy. Varicose veins tend to gradually worsen with the increase of pregnancy months. The later the pregnancy, the more severe the varicose veins. Varicose veins are more common and severe in multiparas than in primiparas. This is because, during pregnancy, the blood volume of the uterus and ovaries increases, which affects the venous return of the lower limbs; the enlarged uterus compresses the pelvic veins, hindering the blood return of the lower limb veins. In addition, if pregnant women sit or stand for a long time, it will inevitably aggravate the obstruction of blood return in the lower limb veins, making varicose veins more serious.

Varicose veins caused by constipation

Constipation, due to the body being in a squatting position for a long time, inhibits blood circulation in the lower limbs and calves, causing increased pressure inside the blood vessels, blood congestion, and damage to vascular valves. Long-term constipation can lead to the formation of varicose veins.

Varicose veins caused by obesity

Obese people often have poor posture and abnormal gait, which can further cause joint infection and lead to osteoarthritis. Even for pear-shaped bodies, which are considered healthier, extra weight can increase the risk of osteoarthritis and varicose veins. Fat makes it more difficult for blood to be transported to the upper part of the body, which can cause varicose veins, a condition that damages the valves.

Varicose veins caused by smoking and drinking

Smoking and drinking can easily cause hardening of the blood vessels and affect blood circulation. In addition, long-term standing can prevent blood from flowing back to the lower limbs normally, which can promote the formation of varicose veins from the side.

I believe that friends should be more familiar with some of the causes of unilateral varicose veins. Friends who often stand should massage their legs more often. Regular leg massage is also beneficial for promoting blood circulation, and can also greatly improve the phenomenon of unilateral varicose veins. Patients can try it more often.