Varicose veins of the pelvis in men

Under the influence of various factors, the venous vessels in the pelvic area can be deformed, leading to a decrease in blood circulation, with corresponding consequences. The risk of developing abnormal changes increases with age. In men, small pelvic varicose veins can be masked by certain diseases, such as varicocele or hemorrhoids. Conservative treatment is possible with minimal symptoms; Advanced cases require surgical intervention.

Characteristics of the disease

When it comes to small pelvic varicose veins (VVMT), it refers to changes in the architecture of blood vessels and the presence of venous edema. The pathology in medicine is also called chronic pelvic pain syndrome, venous edema syndrome.

The peculiarity ofCauses of pelvic varicose veins in men

BPHMT is that it is quite difficult to diagnose in the early stages. Varicose veins arise due to insufficiency and swelling of the venous valves, which is the result of blockage of the venous bed (partial or complete), compression of vessels and deterioration of their tone.

According to

statistics, deformity of the veins of the male genitals is somewhat less than varicose veins of the small pelvis in women.

Violation can manifest itself:

  • chronic prostatitis;
  • varicocele (recurrent, bilateral);
  • Veno-occlusive erectile dysfunction;
  • Hemorrhoids (internal / external);
  • varicose veins of the lower extremities;
  • Combinations of the listed pathologies.

Inaccurate diagnosis of the patient's condition can lead to treatment difficulties, and the risk of recurrence is significantly increased.

Factors causing the disease

Many patients have inherited vascular problems. Weak vessels require more attention to their own health. Otherwise, varicose veins of the pelvic vessels are not excluded. Also, pathology can be acquired in nature.

In general, the disease is caused by:

  1. Vascular disorders (portal hypertension, May-Turner syndrome, arteriovenous conflicts).
  2. Connective tissue dysplasia.
  3. formation of neoplasms.
  4. Behavioral habits (low physical activity, abuse of junk food, lack of regular sexual intercourse, physical activity).
Genetic predisposition to varicose veins does not yet indicate its development. The likelihood of venous injury will be significantly reduced if men prefer a healthy lifestyle.

Classification

There are 3 degrees of small pelvic varicose veins that are found in men.

The definition of the

stage depends on the diameter indicators of the affected vessels:

  • For BPHMT class 1, this value is a maximum of 0. 5 cm;
  • 2 degrees of pathology are accompanied by an increase in the diameter of the veins to 1 cm;
  • When moving to the 3rd stage, the figure is more than 1 cm.

Depending on the origin, the disease is classified as primary (congenital) and secondary.

Symptoms

No clinical manifestations of VVMT have been identified in men at an early stage.

If left untreated for a long time, symptoms develop as follows:

  • Painful sensations in the lower abdomen and perineum;
  • increased pain after exercise, during sex, and during bowel movements (if the patient suffers from constipation);
  • swelling of the scrotum and perineum;
  • Dysuria disorders (urinary disorders).

Discomfort often increases when a person changes position. With VVMT, the pain radiates to the lower back or thigh. The greater the impact on the veins, the greater the likelihood of developing dysuria.

Diagnostics

Diagnosis of small pelvic varicose veins

Several diagnostic methods are given:

  • TRUSI;
  • Ultrasonography of the pelvic veins;
  • Dopplerography;
  • Pharmacocovernography (PCG).

Also, the patient needs to undergo a coagulogram and spermogram. If a sexually transmitted disease is suspected, a PCR diagnosis is made.

The patient should be examined by an andrologist and phlebologist for an accurate diagnosis of the disease.

ERCT treatment in men

If symptoms are not noticeable in the affected veins, your doctor may prescribe a prophylactic course of therapy, with mandatory monitoring of the patient's condition.

Usage is set to:

  • Phlebotonics (synthetic, herbal);
  • anticoagulants;
  • vitamins;
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Conservative methods are also recommended for elderly patients, especially in the absence of acute symptoms.

Drugs selected by your doctor help to strengthen the walls of blood vessels and improve hemodynamic parameters.

Surgical treatment methods

When the disease develops over a long period of time and is accompanied by various unpleasant symptoms, a decision is made to undergo surgical treatment. When choosing a method of surgical intervention, the specialist takes into account the age category of the patient, his state of health and the presence of concomitant pathologies.

Surgery, especially endovascular surgery, is indicated for patients who have:

  • Intensive clinical manifestations;
  • bilateral varicocele (recurrent);
  • varicose veins of the prostate;
  • Compression of Ilia veins.

In addition, the disorder can be eliminated with the help of angioplasty, stenting, vascular embolization.

Folk remedies

Traditional medicine can be used to relieve symptoms and speed up the healing of affected veins. However, you should not use natural remedies without first consulting your doctor.

List of potential recipes:

Recipes of traditional medicine for the treatment of pelvic varicose veins
  1. chopped ginger (4 tablespoons) and lemon zest pour boiling water (1 liter). After cooling, honey is added to the infusion (2-3 tbsp. L. ). The drink is used instead of tea.
  2. Horse chestnut (200 g) crushed and filled with vodka (1 l). The product is stored in a dark place for 7 days. Recommended dose: 10 drops 3-4 times a day for a month.
  3. Put chopped oak, willow and chestnut branches (1 tbsp each) in a pot, pour boiling water (1 l) and put on low heat. Half an hour after boiling, remove from the broth and cool. In addition, it is added chamomile, string, dried bark and St. John's wort (1 tablespoon each). The infusion period is 12 hours. A little honey should be added to the strained drug.

Dosage regimen for decoction: the first 2 days - 3 times 50 ml, the next 2 days - 100 ml, then the dose is increased to 150 ml. The duration of therapy is 20 days, followed by a break of 10 days.

It is useful to take cranberries daily to improve the condition of blood vessels, as well as to take dust mites.

When using folk remedies it is important to understand that they only complement the main course, so it is undesirable to refuse the medication prescribed by your doctor.

Prognosis and possible complications

The most favorable prognosis for treatment will be in the early stages of VVMT. If the disease develops over a long period of time, accompanied by characteristic symptoms, it will often be possible to deal with it only with the help of surgical intervention.

Medications can relieve the discomfort caused by deformity of the veins, as well as reduce the risk of side effects.

Patients should be aware that even surgery does not allow for relapses. If a man continues to lead the old way of life, it is likely that the disease will return.

In other words, a good treatment outcome can be expected when:

  • timely completion of therapy;
  • Strict adherence to
  • medical recommendations;
  • Behavioral correction.

If small pelvic venous blood vessels are affected by varicose veins, the patient runs the risk of:

  • infertility;
  • Deterioration of spermatogenesis indices;
  • Diffuse changes in the prostate parenchyma;
  • Erectile dysfunction.

Due to the deformation of blood vessels, the likelihood of thrombus formation and their migration, thromboembolism increases with massive hemorrhage before the veins rupture. Such complications are fatal to the patient (occurring in 5% of cases).

Prophylactic measures

In order for the stronger sex to prevent venous injury and the aforementioned consequences, you should engage in regular prevention.

Follow these simple rules to protect yourself from unpleasant illness:

  1. Nicotine seriously damages blood vessels and the whole body, so smoking should be stopped forever. Alcohol consumption should be reduced or eliminated.
  2. One of the most common factors provoking VVMT is a sedentary lifestyle. It is necessary to avoid prolonged stay in a static state, walking more often. Office workers who are forced to constantly sit at the computer, it is useful to warm up periodically.
  3. An important issue in the list of recommendations is nutritional correction. Doctors always advise to exclude harmful products from the menu, to refrain from overeating. The food consumed should be rich in vitamins, minerals and many other valuable substances, thanks to which the vessel remains strong and elastic.
  4. It is worth refraining from excessive physical activity.
  5. Regular sexual intercourse without interrupted intercourse has a positive effect on blood vessels.
  6. If a man has undergone surgery, he should wear compression jewelry. Medical underwear is selected taking into account certain parameters. In addition, you need to take a doctor-prescribed venotonics. If necessary, the specialist will change the dosage or prescribe a more suitable medication.
  7. To maintain the health of the venous blood vessels, it is recommended to take time every day to do therapeutic exercises.

Regular medical examination is of no small importance, which will allow you to detect any deviations in time and start therapy. The earlier the disease is detected, the easier it is to deal with it. Severe cases require long-term treatment.

Varicose veins of the small pelvis without pronounced symptoms can be eliminated by conservative methods. The neglected disease is fought with the help of surgery and even after surgical manipulations the pathology may reappear.

It will be possible to reduce the risk of ERCT through prevention, which means maintaining a healthy lifestyle.