Varicose veins in the genitals can form in both men and women. Among the fair sex, pregnant women often suffer. Genital varicose veins occur due to circulatory diseases in the pelvic area. The manifestations of the disease cause discomfort in the lifestyle.
If varicose veins in an intimate site were discovered at an early stage of development, there are high chances of avoiding complications and consequences of pathology.
Causes of occurrence
Genital varicose veins occur in humans for various reasons.
- The hereditary factor plays an important role. People whose relatives suffered from varicose veins on the genitals should be aware of preventive measures. This will reduce the risk of unpleasant pathology. The doctor is previously aware of a similar disease in relatives. Some medicines can trigger varicose veins.
- Varicose veins on the genitals often occur due to the patient's bad habits. A large percentage of the population of the Russian Federation has such a bad habit as smoking. Every smoker knows the damage to the body. Vitamins from group C are responsible for the strength of the venous walls, nicotine destroys substances and increases the risk of varicose veins in the genitals and other parts of the body. The longer a person smokes, the greater the likelihood of developing pathology.
- The likelihood of genital varicose veins is greatly increased with alcohol abuse. Due to the effect of alcohol, inflammatory processes begin in the veins of the veins.
- Varicose veins can be caused by an inappropriate lifestyle. If a person spends most of the day sitting or standing, this significantly increases the risk of suffering. For a few days, varicose veins will not occur, but if the situation repeats itself over several years, the cause of the onset of the disease may be precisely this.
- Varicose veins often occur on the genitals of pregnant women. Medical experts attribute this to hormonal disorders in the body. Several hormonal components are responsible for keeping the veins in good shape. Varicose veins often occur on the labia during puberty, which is also explained by hormonal imbalances.
- Varicose veins in the genitals often occur in overweight people. If a person has a tendency to obesity, he should remember that with increasing weight, the load on the body, including the pelvic organs, increases as well.
In men, varicose veins on the genitals can be associated with a number of causes.
- Promiscuous intercourse.
- Use of erection medication.
- Damage to the reproductive and urinary systems.
Symptoms
The clinical manifestations of pathology in men and women are different. Symptoms of varicose veins in the genitals of women are as follows.
- An increase in the veins is possible, a large number of intertwined nodules appear.
- In the perineum, the skin becomes dry, irritable.
- In the groin area there is a feeling of itching, painful sensations.
- A burning sensation is possible.
- Swelling of the genitals.
- Dysuric disorders.
During intercourse, the clinical manifestations described above in a woman worsen, and the discomfort also increases during physical exertion or after using the toilet. In most cases, the patient complains of painful sensations of a painful nature in the perineal region. Due to constant discomfort the patient suffers psychological health, she becomes irritable.
In the initial stage of the development of the disease there is no discomfort; the presence of a disease can be guessed by small nodules in the genital area. Over time, they begin to increase in size, and other symptoms develop gradually. Neoplasms interfere with sexual activity, human movement.
Another sign indicating varicose veins in the genitals is pigmentation of the skin in the perineal region During palpation, the presence of venous nodules is felt, which becomes larger with time.
In the male half of the population, the disease is often accompanied by varicocele and the venous ducts of the testicles dilate. In the initial stage of the development of pathology, the blood circulation is disturbed, over time, blood begins to accumulate, leading to an increase in the genitals.
One of the most serious complications of genital varicose veins is infertility. One of the surest signs of varicose veins in the reproductive system is painful sensations during intercourse. There are enlarged venous canals on the genitals.
Complications
The earlier the treatment of pathology is started, the lower the risk of complications. Genital varicose veins are dangerous as follows.
- There is a risk of infertility.
- The onset of inflammatory processes in the genitals.
- Mental health due to discomfort.
The disease can cause disturbances in the function of the reproductive system; In the process of carrying a fetus in a mother with genital herpes, difficulties can arise.
The possibility of infertility is explained by the fact that inflammation during the development of the disease can go to tissues in the genital organ itself. As a result, ulcers begin to form. In such a situation, doctors perform surgical procedures, conservative methods will be ineffective.
If the patient ignores the clinical manifestations of the disease and does not seek the advice of a physician for an extended period of time, his flora is disturbed. As a result, infectious and fungal infections begin. This further complicates diagnosis.
Treatment methods
When he contacts a doctor, the patient undergoes diagnostic procedures, takes a blood sample. Most often, conservative methods are used to control the disease. The attending physician recommends purchasing compression underwear, prescribing medical ointments with anesthetic, and prescribing a variety of medications.
In some cases, sclerotherapy is needed. This is an injection technique that allows you to get rid of altered veins. The affected area is cooled with air, after which a medicinal solution is injected, leading to narrowing of the veins and normalization of blood flow. 6 minutes after the injection, the affected areas are pressed from both sides.
Sclerotherapy is one of the effective methods of treating genital varicose veins, it prevents the formation of blood clots in the future.
Prophylaxis
The level of medication does not make it possible to get rid of varicose veins in the genitals. Consultation of a physician is allowed to achieve rapid improvement of the condition and removal of clinical manifestations of pathology.
At the end of the course of treatment, the patient should participate in the prevention of pathology, this will reduce the risk of relapse.
- If there is a hereditary factor, it is recommended to give up hormonal drugs. This includes contraceptives.
- Pregnancy can cause complications if a woman has a high chance of developing genital inflammation. During pregnancy, hormonal changes occur in the body. As a result, there may be a lack of hormones that keep the veins in good shape. For this reason, the risk of varicose veins forming dramatically increases at the time of pregnancy.
- It is important for young people to tell in advance about the possible serious consequences in the case of early sexual activity.
- Medical experts strongly recommend quitting smoking and alcohol abuse. A large number of methods and means of giving up bad habits have been developed.
- Doctors recommend paying special attention to the fight against obesity. Obesity is not just due to overeating. It will not be possible to defeat the pathology until the patient gets rid of the extra kilos.
The modern level of medicine allows you to cope with the clinical manifestations of genital inflammation. There are many painless methods to solve the problem.
The only thing required of the patient is to consult a doctor when the first symptoms of the disease occur. This will simplify the treatment process and avoid complications.