Spider Veins Causes, Symptoms and Ayurvedic Treatment
ABSTRACT
Spider veins are mostly harmless. They are damaged, noticeable clusters of small blood vessels under the skin which appear in blue, red or purple color. Its appearance is like a spider web (tree branches). It is also called thread veins, sunburst veins, stellate veins etc. This is more common with aging. Sometimes people get confused between varicose vein and spider vein but they are actually different from each other. It can develop anywhere but most of the time it appears in the face or legs. It is usually a cosmetic issue because most of the time we don’t like their look. By changes in our lifestyle we can prevent the formation of new ones. So let’s read about spider veins in brief.
INTRODUCTION
Spider veins are damaged, prominent small blood vessels present just under the skin surface which appear like spider webs. They rarely cause any health issues because they are not dangerous. It can develop anywhere but mostly appear on the face or legs. It rarely causes any symptoms. Sometimes it can be an early sign of CVI (chronic venous insufficiency) and may lead to any complication.
CAUSES
Most of the time it happens without any reason and exact pathophysiology is unknown. Following are some factors which may be the cause of this disease
- Aging
- Excessive sunlight exposure
- Injury
- Connective tissue disease
- Vitamin C deficiency
- Stress
- Hormonal imbalance
- Poor blood circulation
- Genetic disorder
RISK FACTORS
Following are the risk factors
- Long term standing and sitting
- Genetic history
- Have obesity
- During pregnancy
- Use birth control pill
- Excessive sunlight exposure
- Quit smoking or have smoking
Symptoms
It is generally asymptomatic but very few people experience the following symptoms
- Itching
- Legs experience fatigue
- Pain
- Burning sensation
- Cramps
DIAGNOSIS
Physical examination
By physical appearance of veins look we may find out the diagnosis.
Biological and medical history
We can take medical history or biological history of the patient.
TREATMENT
Spider veins are harmless and asymptomatic but cosmetic purposes are one of the reasons to treat this condition. Treatment includes
Sclerotherapy
It is a therapy in which a spider vein is injected with a chemical solution that collapses the spider veins and helps the blood to flow. After a few weeks affected part fades.
Laser therapy
It is a non-invasive treatment in which a laser is used to create heat and vanish the spider vein.
PREVENTION
- Avoid long term sitting and standing
- Elevate your legs at least two times a day above the heart to keep healthy circulation
- Avoid wearing tight cloth
- Do exercise of leg muscles or walk to increase circulation of legs
- Maintain your body weight
- Don’t cross the legs during sitting
- Use light weight compression stocking
AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW
In ayurveda there are 3 types of sharirika dosha i.e vata, pitta and kapha. Homeostasis of all three dosha leads to all the normal physiological functions of all cells and tissues taking place on the other hand during their disequilibrium state causes somatic diseases namely jvara, atisara, sopha, sosa, svasa, meha etc. The doshas, dhatus and malas function normally when the body is alive. In ayurveda spider veins is the vikruti (changes taking place at the level of fundamental factors of the disease) of pitta dosha and raktavaha sroto dusti.
ETIOLOGICAL FACTORS AFFECTING PITTA
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Fear
- Increased intake of fish, meat of goat, sheep
- Excess intake of sesamum oil, mustard, linseeds
- Excess consumption of pungent, sour, salty, irritant, burning food
- Sexual intercourse
PITTA VRIDHI LAKSHANA
According to Susruta ( S.Su 15/13)
- Yellowish discolouration of the body
- Increased body temperature
- Desire for cold things
- Disturbed sleep/diminished sleep
- Fainting
- Loss of strength
- Weakness in sense organs
- Yellowish discolouration of stool, urine, eyes
PITTA KSAYA LAKSHANA
According to Susruta ( S.Su 15/7)
- Diminished body temperature
- Sluggish digestive functions
- Loss of complexion
TREATMENT
Following treatment should be follow
- Virechana and raktamokshan karma
- Shital pradeha, preshek (irrigation) and abhyanga (massage)
- Consumption of madhur-tikt, kashay ras dominant foods which is cool in nature
- Use of milk and ghee
- Use of pittashamak (which decreases the pitta dosha) dravya like- chandan (Santalum album), neem (Azadirachta indica), ghritkumari ( Aloe barbadensis miller) etc.
RAKTAVAHA SROTAS
Channels which carry blood are called rakta vaha srotas. Without the involvement of doshas, rakta will not aggravate.
ETIOLOGICAL FACTORS
According to charaka ( C.Vi 5/14)
- Intake of substance which induces burning sensation inside the body (pitta aggravating food)
- Excessive consumption of unctuous, hot, watery substances
- Excessive exposure to sun and heat
RAKTAVAHA SROTODUSTI LAKSHANA
- Bluish discolouration of body
- Fever
- Burning sensation
- Paleness
- Haemorrhages
- Redness in eye
TREATMENT
Following treatment should be follow
- Raktamokshan karma
- Raktapitta chikitsa is very effective
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR SPIDER VEINS BY PLANET AYURVEDA
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Product List
- TRIPHALA GUGGUL
- GOTU KOLA CAPSULES
- ARJUNA CAPSULES
- NIRGUNDI OIL
Product Description
1. TRIPHALA GUGGUL
It is herbal tablets made up of Shuddha guggulu (commiphora mukul), Haritaki (terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (terminalia bellirica) etc. It is bitter, sweet, pungent and sour in taste and light, dry and hot in effect. . It contains protein, minerals, iron, calcium, vitamin b complex and carotene. It pacifies vata, pitta and kapha. It is primarily digestive, carminative and laxative in nature. It stimulates all the physiological functions of the body and kills intestinal worms. It is a rejuvenating, anti-inflammatory, wound healer. It reduces pain, swelling and tenderness of the inflamed joints.
DOSE:- 1-2 CAPSULES TWICE DAILY
2. GOTU KOLA CAPSULES
It is a single herbal capsule made from Mandookparni (Centella asiatica). It contains vitamin A, B and C, dietary fibers, protein, iron, sodium, potassium, calcium etc. It enhances the mind’s ability to learn and concentrate. It calms and invigorates the mind, it is a very good medicine for reducing stress and nervous anxiety. It also helps maintain clarity of thoughts. It stimulates our immune system. It also reduces inflammation from the body. It is sedative in nature. It possesses antioxidant properties and anticonvulsants.
DOSE:- 1-2 CAPSULE TWICE DAILY
3. ARJUNA CAPSULES
It is a single herbal capsule manufactured from Arjuna (terminalia arjuna). It is astringent in taste and light, dry and cold in effect. It is also a pacifier of kapha and pitta. It contains a large amount of calcium with traces of aluminium and magnesium. It has been made to assess the efficacy in cardiac disorders. It is antipyretic, wound healer, antifungal and antibacterial. It also helps in excessive palpitations due to anxiety. It helps bones to regain strength after fractures. It acts as an antianginal property.
DOSE:- 1-2 CAPSULE TWICE DAILY
4. NIRGUNDI OIL
It is a herbal oil made up of Nirgundi (vitex negundo), Haridra (curcuma longa), Manjistha (rubia cordifolia) etc. It contains antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties. It includes vitamin C and E, flavonoids and phenols which are useful for cardiac health. It acts as an anti-allergic and analgesic and calms the body. It protects our body from free radicals. It improves memory capacity of the nervous system. It prevents premature graying of hairs. It gives relief from joint pain.
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CONCLUSION
Spider vein is caused by damage to small blood vessels. It looks like a spider web which is not looking good in front of others. That is the main reason people want to tackle this for cosmetic reasons. In ayurveda we can manage this condition by various herbs like Amla, Haritaki, Bibhitaki, Arjuna etc. Other procedures like massage (increase blood circulation), irrigation with cold potency herbs, lepa with cold potency herbs etc. Along with this, patients must change food habits and lifestyles.
