Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Chronic Venous Insufficiency Latest News

US President Donald Trump has been recently diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

About Chronic Venous Insufficiency

• The CVI occurs when your leg veins struggle to allow the flow of blood back to the heart.
  • Under normal conditions, the valves in our veins facilitate the flow of blood towards the heart. 
  • However, when they don’t work on the optimum level, the blood may flow backwards and accumulate (pool) in your legs.
• The condition may not be a serious health threat, but it can cause pain, swelling, cramps, skin changes, varicose veins, leg ulcers, etc.
• People are more likely to have the condition if/when they are overweight or pregnant or have a family history of the problem. 
• People may also experience it if they have ever sustained an injury to their leg, had surgery, or had previous blood clots.
• It affects about 1 in 20 adults. Common among older adults, its risk heightens with age.

‹ ›

Chronic Venous Insufficiency Treatments

• From lifestyle changes to surgery, there are multiple ways to address the issue. 
• Regular exercise, leg elevation,  and weight management are considered the first steps to treat the condition.
• Medicines that boost blood flow through the vessels and compression therapy, which involves tight stockings or bandages, help a long way.

Source: NDTV