Vein Unveiled: An Overview of Varicose Vein
Abstract
Varicose vein are enlarged, abnormally twisted veins affected by backward flow and turbulence in the blood circulation, damaging the veins,(especially of legs). Due to the incompetent nature of their valves, blood reflux frequently occurs, which can result in invenous hypertension and accompanying symptoms. It is a prevalent and often underestimated vascular condition, which continue to affect millions of people worldwide, impairing both overall health and quality of life. If progressed it results in swelling, painful lower limb, and intense itching. In severe cases, these veins rupture resulting in varicose ulcers. Various risk factors include family history, prolonged standing, older age, pregnancy, obesity. This comprehensive article aims to provide a succinct yet thorough overview of varicose veins covering the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical symptoms, current surgical and non- surgical treatments and the study of Unani formulation which may be useful in curing varicose vein.
Keywords:
Varicose Veins, Pathophysiology Pathophysiology, Pharmacotherapy, Irsal-e-Alaq, Unani formulationDOI
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