Posted on 14th April, 2023 at 1:52:53 AM
Numerous studies have confirmed the strong relationship between varicose veins and obesity. Maintaining a healthy BMI will assist in alleviating almost all symptoms of varicose veins such as enlarged veins, swelling, itching, the feeling of heaviness in legs, and skin discoloration in the affected area. It is true that shedding the extra kilos will prevent your varicose veins from progressing further to other venous disorders such as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), venous ulceration, and other life-threatening medical conditions.
Also, it is important to note that although losing weight will aid in the prevention of the formation of new varicose veins, it is not likely to cause any improvement in the state of already damaged veins. A decrease in body fat accumulation will lead to improved blood circulation and thus reduce the likelihood of the development of new varicose veins but your existing varicose veins will surely need medical treatment. A few people who were obese earlier but have now lost some extra kilos from their bodies believe that they have developed varicose veins only after shedding excess body weight. However, the truth is that varicose veins were most probably developed when they were obese but they remained hidden below the fat layers of the body. They have only become noticeable when the fat percentage of the body has got reduced.
If you are beginning to see any early signs of varicose veins on your legs and feet, please do not ignore these symptoms and visit a vein specialist as a priority. The vascular expert will begin with a physical examination and perform a duplex ultrasound scan to find the exact position and severity of your varicose veins. Laparoscopic procedures for the painless treatment of varicose veins have become popular across India. Dr. Rajah V Koppala at Avis Vascular Centre is a distinguished veins specialist with international qualifications and decades of medical experience. He is a thorough expert at laser removal of varicose veins which is a brief procedure performed in a minimally invasive manner.
You must not worry about being admitted to the hospital as the laser ablation treatment is usually performed as an outpatient procedure with local anesthesia only. You can go back home on the same day and perform your daily activities soon after. All varicose veins are removed in a single sitting and this is a totally safe process with negligible chances of varicose veins recurrence. Avis Vascular Centre is Hyderabad’s leading medical institute for the painless treatment of varicose veins. It has all modern medical equipment with the latest amenities for faster treatment and quicker healing of all patients. We offer round-the-clock assistance for medical approvals and ensure a hassle-free medical experience throughout the treatment process.
Varicose Vein Treatments: Then & Now
Varicose veins are a chronic medical disorder and can occur in anyone at any age. Women, due to their hormones, are more likely to develop varicose veins as compared to their male counterparts. It has been reported that as many as 40% of women and roughly 25% of men in India complain of varicose veins in their legs and feet. Most people who have early signs of varicose veins are advised to adopt a healthy lifestyle to improve their medical condition. Doctors strongly recommend eating nutritious food, indulging in some form of physical activity every day, and limiting the intake of caffeine and alcohol.
Apart from doing the obvious, healthcare experts also ask people who are suffering from varicose veins to rest their legs at a level above their heart while lying down on a flat surface. This is known to help blood flow back to the heart from the legs and feet which in turn relieves the swelling and reduces the discomfort. Varicose veins patients also experience temporary relief by consuming blood thinners and wearing compression stockings but the only lasting solution to the ever-increasing pain and discomfort is to get these unsightly varicose veins permanently closed and/or removed. Closing/Removing the varicose veins prevents blood from pooling as the body re-routes the deoxygenated blood to the neighboring healthier veins.
Patients who ignore varicose veins symptoms and delay its treatment develop a high risk of other medical complications namely – venous stasis, skin discoloration, venous eczema, and blood clots in the deep veins (DVT) which can further lead to the life-threatening medical disorder named pulmonary embolism (blood clot in lungs that prevents oxygen supply to vital body parts and causes death). It is thus, absolutely necessary to undergo treatment for varicose veins to alleviate the symptoms and prevent the condition from getting worse. You can choose from the multitude of available treatment options for varicose veins. Undergoing surgical treatment will not only correct the underlying cause of venous insufficiency but also take care of your cosmetic concerns.
Varicose Veins Treatment Procedures
Back in the old days, vein stripping was the most popular treatment option where patients were operated on under the influence of general anesthesia. In this process, the damaged veins were stripped (removed) through numerous small incisions in the affected area. After this procedure, it takes anywhere between 2 to 4 weeks for patients to recover and get back to work. In another procedure called vein litigation, the vascular surgeon cuts off and ties up the damaged veins. This procedure is highly invasive and there are high chances of infection or bleeding. Patients require an elongated stay in the hospital and also complain of pain from stitches and prominently visible scars.
In both these procedures, patients are usually advised bed rest and asked to avoid physical activity for a few weeks in the post-surgery phase. Patients may also have to wear compression stockings while being on oral medications. Although effective, these are quite painful and have a longer recovery timeline. Opposed to the earlier times, new and advanced minimally invasive procedures are now available for the treatment of varicose veins. USFDA-approved endovenous laser ablation technique is by far the best cure for varicose veins. It is a painless process performed as an outpatient procedure under the influence of local anesthesia.
All varicose veins are mapped out through the live ultrasound scan and removed in a single sitting. The patient can go back home on the same day and resume everyday activities. There are no major side effects and only negligible chances of varicose veins recurrence. It is the most trusted and widely-performed treatment procedure across the World.
Conclusion
Choose the no-pain, no-stitches, and no-scar endovenous laser ablation treatment for your varicose veins. It has a soaring high success rate, is faster to perform, and even quicker to heal. Regarded as a painless and minimally invasive procedure, it is suitable for patients of all age groups. Avis Vascular Centre, Hyderabad is the center of excellence for vascular health. It has all modern medical amenities and an in-house facility for a duplex ultrasound scan which is made available free of cost to all deserving patients. It has the most professional doctors and courteous staff that takes complete care of all patients from the day of their consultation visit to even after the treatment is complete.
The vascular team at Avis Vascular Centre is headed by Dr. Rajah V Koppala who is a world-renowned vascular expert and interventional radiologist with over two decades of medical experience. After completing his education at international universities, he has treated 12000+ patients with a cent percent success ratio. Opt for the best-in-class medical assistance at the best healthcare institute by the highly acclaimed vascular surgeon Dr. Rajah V Koppala at Avis Vascular Centre. We make all arrangements for out-station patients and are available round-the-clock for cashless Mediclaim assistance from all leading national insurance companies. Schedule your appointment today!
