Varicocele refers to the thickening and tortuosity of veins, often occurring in the superficial veins of the legs, especially in people who stand or sit for long periods of time and are more susceptible to it. This is due to incomplete or damaged venous valve function, leading to blood reflux and stasis in the leg veins, which in turn causes superficial vein tortuosity and dilation. Varicose veins not only affect aesthetics, but may also cause leg pain, soreness, and discomfort. In severe cases, they can even lead to complications such as skin ulcers and thrombosis.

The latest treatment methods for varicose veins

There are currently multiple treatment methods available for varicose veins, including:

General treatment:

Try to avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time and change positions regularly to reduce venous pressure.

Wear medical elastic socks to promote blood reflux through external pressure and alleviate symptoms of varicose veins.

Control weight and avoid the burden of increased venous return caused by obesity.

medication:

Intravenous active drugs such as saponins and flavonoids can improve poor blood circulation in the lower limbs.

In specific cases, such as varicocele, antioxidant drugs such as vitamin C and vitamin E can be used.

Physical therapy:

Laser therapy: Using laser energy to damage the intima of the great saphenous vein and achieve vascular occlusion.

Radiofrequency therapy: By using radiofrequency energy to destroy the inner layer of blood vessels, it promotes fibrous tissue proliferation, ultimately leading to vascular closure.

Surgical treatment:

High ligation and stripping of the great saphenous vein: suitable for patients with simple varicose veins of the great saphenous vein, with significant surgical effects but significant trauma.

Local vein resection surgery: mainly used for the removal of local varicose veins, such as varicose veins in the dorsum of the foot, ankle, and other areas.

Injection of sclerosant: Injecting sclerosant into varicose veins to induce inflammatory reactions in endothelial cells, thereby achieving the goal of vein occlusion.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Antithrombotic Ablation Therapy:

Promoting the restoration of blood vessels, dissolving blood clots, improving blood circulation, and achieving the goal of treating varicose veins through traditional Chinese medicine or TCM methods. But the specific therapeutic effect varies from person to person and needs to be determined based on the patient's condition.

When choosing treatment methods, the patient's condition, personal situation, and doctor's advice should be fully considered. Drug therapy should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor, while physical therapy and surgical treatment should be carried out in a regular hospital to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the treatment. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to improving their lifestyle habits, such as avoiding prolonged standing and sitting, controlling their weight, etc., to prevent the occurrence and development of varicose veins.