During pregnancy your body undergoes so many changes it is hard to keep track. Some are painfully obvious whereas others may not appear until following the birth of your child. Varicose veins can appear during pregnancy and are caused by the increase in blood in your body. This creates pressure on your veins.
Identifying Spider Veins
Spider veins are fine veins appearing under your skin that can be red, purple or blue in appearance. During pregnancy they can appear on your face, tummy and most commonly on your legs.
Tactics During Pregnancy
During your pregnancy you should avoid spider veins removal treatments and instead use these tactics to help lessen the appearance of spider veins:
- Try to avoid becoming constipated. Constipation causes straining during bowel movements which can cause the veins in your legs to become swollen and more visible. This is easier said then done as this is a very common complaint for pregnant women. Eating lots of fiber will help such as fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains. Water helps as well.
- Take Vitamin C regularly as this will help in the production of elastin as well as collagen. The more of this you have the better your connective tissue can repair itself resulting in less visible veins. Speak to your doctor about the suitable amounts for you.
- Exercise will also assist during pregnancy as it will allow your legs to strengthen as your baby grows. This will also improve your circulation lessening the chance of spider veins. Use a slow and progressive work out treatment such as walking and try to keep your weight gain healthy and gradual as well.
- Avoid crossing your legs when sitting and elevate your legs when lying down or resting.
- Avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time without stretching.
- Make sure you are wearing comfortable fitting maternity wear instead of trying to squeeze into your regular clothes.
After Pregnancy
Once your little one is born there are many effective spider veins removal treatments you can look into. Sclerotherapy is the most common and effective spider veins removal treatment. It uses injections of sclerosing solution to help close the abnormal vein. This therapy not only removes the appearance of spider and varicose veins but also improves circulation of surrounding veins.
For more information on sclerotherapy, visit Vein Specialty Medical Clinic.
