Varicose veins in pregnancy

Varicose veins occur when the veins widen and dilate. During pregnancy is more frequent to appear because it increases the amount of blood circulating through the veins and the growth of the uterus compresses the veins preventing proper circulation. It also contributes to the fact that throughout pr

It also contributes to the fact that throughout pregnancy there is also an increase in coagulation so that when the moment of delivery comes there can be a rapid control of bleeding.

Varicose veins and hemorrhoids in pregnant women

Many women who have never had varicose veins, see how in pregnancy they start to come out on their legs, while pregnant women who already had spider veins, check how these become larger and appear new.

Varicose veins are seen, especially on the legs, and are shown as small bluish or purple spiders. Women with antecedents in their family of varicose veins or who are obese or overweight in pregnancy, are more likely to appear. In any case, in the postpartum dates they tend to improve.

Hemorrhoids, which are nothing more than varicose veins in the rectal area, can also occur. It is very common for pregnant women to suffer from annoying hemorrhoidsthroughout pregnancy due to the pressure exerted by the uterus on the rectum and at the time of delivery due to the force exerted by the pushing. Generally if they are not very large it is recommended to push them with your finger to return them to their place. Avoid constipation by eating a diet rich in fiber and consult your doctor in case the hemorrhoid in pregnancy is very large.

In general, var these varices of pregnancy are not very painful , although they do cause discomfort in the legs or a feeling of heaviness or heat in the area. To avoid these symptoms, it is advisable to rest with your legs up, use loose clothing that does not cause pressure, do not use socks or stockings that oppress excessively and do not stay in the same position for a long time to favor blood circulation.How to prevent the appearance of varicose veins in pregnancy

If the dreaded varicose veins have not yet appeared, there are a number of tips you can follow to prevent their appearance:

Walk every dayat least half an hour. -Practice moderate exercise: swimming, Pilates, yoga or gymnastics for pregnant women are very beneficial activities to avoid the appearance of varicose veins.

Control weight: pregnancy is not a time for you to eat for two and stop watching your diet. It is precisely a moment in which you have to take a careful diet. Excessive fattening will favor varicose veins during pregnancy.- Sleep on the left side: not to press the inferior vena cava that is on the right side.

- Use

compression stockings : serve to improve circulation.-

Take care of the posture: do not cross one leg over the other and try to lift your legs when you can.-

Perform rotation exercises: it is about turning the foot in one direction and in another to favor the circulation of the veins.If a clot forms inside a vein, there is a thrombophlebitis, in this case you should go to your doctor to treat you properly since it entails risks to health.