Varicose veins and witch hazel treatment

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Avatar m tn I have shared with her the horse chestnut, witch hazel, gota kola, and gingko . My wife and I exercise every morning (6000 - 7000 steps) and we get our 10,000 steps per day. We will continue to work with her doctor to try and find the best practice steps that we can do for now.
9023883 tn?1402943375 Just discovered a wonderful case of varicose veins on my labia majora!!! I'm in so much pain and I can barely walk! Any one else experience this and is there any way to relieve the pain???
Avatar m tn There are several good herbs for varicose veins, which, by the way, includes hemorrhoids. These include horse chestnut, as mentioned, witch hazel, gota kola, and hot herbs which help circulation, such as cayenne. Varicose veins are caused by weakness in the vascular walls, and these herbs help strengthen them. Many companies make good formulas, including Herb Pharm and Nature's Way. Hey, Deep, stop pushing GNC.
Avatar n tn s like a cooling pad but it has astringent on it which is a cleaner..you can use witch hazel for pretty much anything..
Avatar m tn I researched the additives I was using and it would appear that the effective agent was BioSil, although the trace minerals may have played some part. I have never found this treatment in the literature and have never known anyone whose varicose veins simply disappeared. Biosil strengthens the vessels. It also is excellent for hair, nails, and skin. A skin condition in my outer ear canals plagued me since my teens, causing periodic infections.
Avatar f tn also soak a pad with some witch hazel, cool it down in freezer and try that, externally only :)
9126885 tn?1404418392 Hemorrhoids are varicose veins – blood vessels that have become unusually swollen – that show up in the rectal area. Hemorrhoids typically range from the size of a raisin to the size of a grape. They can be merely itchy or downright painful, and sometimes they can even cause rectal bleeding, especially during a bowel movement. Sometimes the enlarged veins protrude through the anus. When this happens, you'll feel a soft, swollen mass. Hemorrhoids are relatively common during pregnancy.
757137 tn?1347196453 There are supplements that can help with varicose veins and their cousin, hemorrhoids. Doesn't mean they're guaranteed to work, and they take time, but some herbs do have the effect of strengthening vascular walls. These include witch hazel, horse chestnut, and others which you'll find in herbal formulas. Personally, I think they probably work better when used quickly or as a preventative or to prevent reoccurrence.
1580703 tn?1651904887 I dont suggest laser treatment or surgery for the varicose veins problem.I dont have experience too .I treat my varicose veins with venorid and got rid of it.
Avatar f tn Whew, it worked fast thank goodness. Witch hazel is good for relief but not so much for the actual yeast infection. The swelling and pain are from the yeast infection. I had it too! I went from normal to THAT in an instant (no slow build up). Can you call your ob/gyn? They can either prescribe diflucan which is a pill you take to knock out yeast or you can go the OTC route like I did but best to check in with your doctor first, especially if you've never used it.
Avatar n tn Note that when you have laser treatment it destroys the veins so the blood will go to other veins and the problem will most likely return.
9126885 tn?1404418392 Hemorrhoids are varicose veins – blood vessels that have become unusually swollen – that show up in the rectal area. Hemorrhoids typically range from the size of a raisin to the size of a grape. They can be merely itchy or downright painful, and sometimes they can even cause rectal bleeding, especially during a bowel movement. Sometimes the enlarged veins protrude through the anus. When this happens, you'll feel a soft, swollen mass. Hemorrhoids are relatively common during pregnancy.
Avatar f tn ^be careful on that witch hazel can cause excessive drying though, you have to have the right type of skin for that
Avatar m tn I began using witch hazel, vaseline and keeping the area clean, and now the lump has reduced to about the size of a pea but it is still there. It no longer itches or burns, but some days I have a deep ache in my tailbone (don't know if it's related). There is no blood and my bowel movements have returned to normal. I feel like the past couple of days it isn't really getting smaller, but is just at a standstill. Does anyone know what this could be?
Avatar f tn Varicose veins are gnarled, enlarged veins. Any vein may become varicose, but the veins most commonly affected are those in your legs and feet. That's because standing and walking upright increases the pressure in the veins of your lower body. Sometimes varicose veins lead to more-serious problems. Varicose veins may also signal a higher risk of other circulatory problems. Treatment may involve self-care measures or procedures by your doctor to close or remove veins.
Avatar n tn Horse chestnut is the best-known natural treatment for varicose veins. It helps prevent swelling and strengthens capillary and vein walls. The usual dose is 300 mg a day. Side effects are pretty rare, but if you start feeling itchy or nauseous, taper back your dose. Nature’s Way has a widely available, quality product I generally recommend. Grape seed extract also supports the walls of blood vessels. Take 150 to 300 mg in divided doses over the course of a day.
Avatar f tn Sclerotherapy is another common treatment for both spider veins and varicose veins. In this procedure with the help of a needle a liquid chemical is injected into the vein. This causes swelling in vein and collapsing .This stops the flow of blood, and the vein turns into scar tissue. This procedure can be done without general anesthesia and does not lead to inference in the daily activities. Laser techniques can help in curing small varicose veins. Discuss these possibilities with your doctor.
Avatar f tn Dr gave me some cream and omg 2days so much better!!! I tried baths,witch hazel, prep h,tucks,ice, heat...
Avatar m tn -I was squinting under eye muscles almost all the time as a attempt to cover up spider veins, and worked until the varicose veins came up a little while after i began to do that. -Used to be in front of a computer screen a extremely large proportion of the day from about 5th to 8th grade, and still quite a bit but not near as much. -Started lifting weights at about 16.
Avatar f tn This pregnancy i have developed some varicose veins. I have one that is protruding on my left inner calf and is right on top of bad spider vein. It is tender to the touch and i can feel a little discomfort walking up and down stairs. Is this normal or could it actually be a blood clot? It is not warm to the touch just painful and tender.
Avatar n tn Age is not a factor, from teens to older adults can get varicose veins on the penis or scrotum (and other places). These type of varicose veins can range in size with most the size of a BB or smaller (or bigger). Inspect it closely. If it seems to follow or be "on top" of a vein, this is probably what you have. There is usually little to no pain associated with these type of varicose veins (scrotum varicose veins can cause pain).
Avatar f tn I made some but never used them because I didn't swell or rip. I bought the liquid and my own pads (make sure pads aren't scented) and just poured a good amount on them and put them in the freezer.
8377023 tn?1399509160 -Soothe the wound. Cool the wound with an ice pack, or place a chilled witch hazel pad — available in most pharmacies — between a sanitary napkin and the wound. -Take the sting out of urination. Pour warm water over your vulva as you're urinating. Press a clean pad firmly against the wound when you bear down for a bowel movement. -Keep the wound clean. Use a squirt bottle filled with water to rinse the tissue between the vaginal opening and anus (perineum) after using the toilet.
Avatar f tn Can I use Witch Hazel pads on my vagina or is it just for your bottom? Ive never been told..