Varicose veins of the lower extremities - a disease known to many, not by hearsay. A third of women of reproductive age face it, otherwise things are going on with varicose veins of the uterus. Often the diagnosis - varicose enlargement of the uterine veins leads the patient into perplexity, due to the unknown problem. In addition, this pathology of the venous system is difficult to determine, since it can be completely asymptomatic.
Varicose veins of the uterus
To have a complete idea of what varicose veins are, we will denote the very concept of varicose veins. So, varicose enlargement is a thinning of the vein wall with the subsequent formation of knots as a result of its expansion and elongation. And, unfortunately, this violation is applicable not only to the lower extremities, but also to the pelvic organs.
According to statistics, at the initial stage of the disease the correct diagnosis is made only by one in ten women. In its majority, the symptoms of varicose uterus are either completely absent or are no different from many other functional disorders of the genitalia. It can be:
- pain in the lower abdomen, which increase after sexual intercourse or physical activity;
- sometimes there is an increased sensitivity of the vagina;
- violation of the menstrual cycle: most often it becomes more prolonged, and allocation is more scarce.
Varicose veins of the uterus can be determined by ultrasound in a transvaginal way. Sometimes, if necessary, prescribe radionuclide and radiopaque methods (by introducing special substances into the bloodstream, they are examined for their distribution along the vessels). This examination should be conducted by a phlebologist, a specialist in the field of venous pathologies.
Intrauterine varices - the causes of the appearance
To promote the appearance of uterine varicose can:
- long-term inflammatory processes;
- numerous abortions;
- pregnancy, especially complicated delivery with a large fetus;
- reception of oral contraceptives;
- also uterine varicose occurs with a congenital pathology of venous valves;
- stagnation of blood in the ovarian vein.
Treatment of varicose enlargement of the uterus
Very often, uterine varicose is diagnosed during pregnancy. During this period, treatment is not possible due to the high risk for the child, but the existence of such violations requires keeping the pregnant patient under special control. In connection with possible complications in the course of pregnancy and labor, such as:
- thrombophlebitis ;
- thrombosis of ovarian veins;
- placental insufficiency and inability to bear a child.
In case of detection of a disease in a woman in a position, maintenance therapy is prescribed, aimed at eliminating symptoms and avoiding consequences.
Much easier things are outside of pregnancy. As a rule, first conservative treatment with medicines is used,
It is important to note that uterine varicose is one of the diseases that must be treated exclusively under the guidance of an experienced specialist who, after a series of examinations, will select the most appropriate treatment option. Otherwise, you can cause irreparable harm to your health.