Sunburn with varicose veins, what is its danger and is it possible to sunbathe with varicose veins

2023 Author: Alfred Shackley | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 13:14

Varicose veins is a rather unpleasant disease, which is not only a cosmetic defect, but also a serious threat to health.

A tan is not only beautiful, it is perhaps one of the easiest ways to hide protruding veins, make spider veins less noticeable, hide the consequences of surgery, many women think so. However, today there is more than enough information about the dangers of ultraviolet radiation on the venous system.

In this case, many are interested in the question - is it possible to sunbathe with varicose veins and how safe is it for health?

The harm of ultraviolet radiation with varicose veins

When the veins are dilated, not only the sun's rays are harmful, but also other thermal loads (sauna, hot baths). They reduce the elasticity of the veins, make the vessels weak, vulnerable, flabby.

Long exposure to the sun is contraindicated in case of varicose veins. Ultraviolet light only provokes the further development and progression of the disease.

Hot rays, severe overheating, dehydration, all this contributes to the deterioration of the blood circulation process, venous outflow.

As a result, there is a high risk of developing an inflammatory process in the vessels and the formation of blood clots. Under the influence of high temperatures in the blood clots are formed, they can enter the brain, heart, provoke a stroke or heart attack.

Long-term exposure to the sun can lead to the following complications:

• the development of thrombophlebitis;
• increased soreness of the legs;
• the occurrence of seizures;
• the appearance of edema;
• proliferation of the vascular network;
• damage to a new area on the body;
• the formation of trophic ulcers on the body;
• inflammation of the vascular wall (phlebitis).

That is why it is impossible to sunbathe with varicose veins, doctors justify this. But in fact, it is possible to be in the sun with this pathology, but not for everyone. And this is due to the fact that the violation of the blood circulation process during vasodilation is different for everyone. Some have protruding venous tubercles, others have a scattering of asterisks and nets, others constantly experience heaviness, pain, swelling, convulsions, but at the same time, the pathology is not visible externally.

Pathology also has its own stages. At the initial stage, patients, as a rule, only have fatigue, heaviness and swelling in the lower extremities. There are no external symptoms. Further stages are characterized by other signs. Therefore, sunbathing with varicose veins of the legs is possible only at the initial stage of the disease. But this must be done correctly and only after consulting a doctor.

Those who take medications as prescribed by a doctor should also be attentive to the sun. They can increase the sensitivity of the skin to ultraviolet light and increase the likelihood of burns.

In advanced stages, it is better to avoid direct sunlight so as not to provoke the development of complications.

Sun exposure rules

In order to soak up the sun without the development of further complications, having such an ailment, you must follow certain rules.

1. Sun treatments are accepted strictly until 11 pm and after 5 pm. It is better to refrain from radiation at lunchtime.
2. It is imperative to use a sunscreen with a factor of at least 30. It will help protect blood vessels from rays that reduce their elasticity and strength.
3. Thermal procedures must be alternated with bathing, doused with cool water.
4. You can not take sun procedures in a sitting or semi-sitting position, only lying down. And it is better to take a roller or pillow with you and put it under your feet so that they are always in an elevated state.
5. Observe the drinking regime, do not allow dehydration.
6. Do not drink alcohol.
7. After the beach at home, you need to take a contrast shower and apply a special cream (Trombless, Lyoton, Troxevasin). It will tone the veins and minimize the negative effects of rays on the skin and capillaries. After applying the cream, it is advisable to put on special compression underwear (stockings, tights).
8. If, after the beach, pain, heaviness is felt in the lower extremities, and severe swelling appears, then you cannot continue to visit the beach, so as not to aggravate the situation.

Before the start of the summer season, it is better to take a course of oral venotonics (Detralex, Venarus, Phlebodia), they are prescribed by a phlebologist. They strengthen the walls of the capillaries, inhibit the progression of pathology. External strengthening agents (ointments, creams, gels) are also indicated for varicose veins. Used 2-3 times a day.

Solarium and its effect on blood vessels

Many, in addition to natural sunbathing, are interested in another question - is it possible to go to a solarium with varicose veins? It has been proven that any ultraviolet light negatively affects the state of blood vessels, reducing their tone, elasticity, and permeability. Therefore, doctors are advised to abandon this procedure. And with advanced forms of pathology, it is completely forbidden to visit such institutions.

It is noted that after the solarium, the area of the lesion increases, the mesh grows even more.

Against the background of a new skin tone, this will not be noticeable outwardly, but after washing off the sunburn, unpleasant external signs of the disease begin to appear, the vascular networks will grow, the area of the lesion will increase significantly.

In addition, large quantities of artificial rays can harm the vasodilatation. Thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, edema, persistent dermatitis on the skin may develop.

In addition, the solarium has a number of other disadvantages:

• promotes rapid aging of the skin, dries it;
• damages the scalp;
• has a negative effect on the retina of the eye;
• thickens the stratum corneum of the dermis, and this leads to blockage of the sebaceous canals and further appearance of acne.

It is possible to visit a solarium with varicose veins, but only at the initial stage of the disease with the obligatory use of protective equipment. And then, it is better to give preference to the horizontal type. This will help reduce stress on the lower limbs. But if you choose how to sunbathe - on the beach or under artificial ultraviolet light, then it is better to leave your choice on the first option.

In natural conditions, the limbs can always have a cool shower, choose a safe time for sunbathing and create a gradual even skin tone.

In what cases sunbathing is not recommended or prohibited

It is not recommended to abuse solar treatments in the presence of varicose veins and concomitant pathologies:

• anemia;
• tuberculosis;
• atherosclerosis;
• epilepsy;
• hypertension;
• mental disorders.

It is forbidden to be on the beach or take other thermal procedures in case of acute inflammation of the veins, thrombosis.

Thus, we can conclude that sunbathing with varicose veins is allowed, but only at the initial stage of its development and after consulting a doctor in order to avoid complications.

An experienced phlebologist will give advice on how to properly approach the decision of a visit to the beach, because direct and long-term ultraviolet radiation contributes to the disruption of the circulatory system. A competent doctor will give recommendations on changing the lifestyle and will himself determine the role of ultraviolet radiation in preventing the further development of pathology. Well, when visiting the beach, you must adhere to certain rules of being on it.

The sun is a natural vitamin D, but you need to be under its direct rays at the safest time, otherwise, in addition to burns, you can provoke the development of serious complications with varicose veins, which will negatively affect health.