Treatment of thrombophlebitis of superficial veins: Medication, compression and physical therapy

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Bc. Lukáš Tóth
Bc. Lukáš Tóth
Healthcare worker

The goal of treatment is to ensure that the inflammation does not spread. The presenting discomfort, such as pain, is suppressed. 

Treatment = prevent deep vein thrombosis + pulmonary embolism.

+ certain additional measures are needed.

For regime measures in general:

  • compressive treatment - elastic stockings, bandages
  • adequate exercise
    • movement with compressive aids 
    • bed rest is not necessary at all - contraindication
  • sufficient pharmacological therapy
    • anticoagulant treatment - for lesions over 5 cm in everyone
      • low-molecular-weight heparin
    • general and topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
    • for varicose veins - veno-pharmaceuticals
    • antibiotics for general symptoms and in case of septic form

Surgical treatment is chosen in the case of a complicated course and for thrombi that are larger in size. Similarly, if there is a risk of involvement of the deep venous system.

In varicose veins, the blood clot is removed along with the affected vein.

It is important to evaluate all aspects of the disease, risk factors and associated diseases of the affected person.

Superficial thrombophlebitis has a good prognosis and a mostly mild course. However, early diagnosis and early treatment are needed. This will prevent the development of inflammation and the development of complications.

Keep in mind that adjusting your overall lifestyle is important:

  • sufficient physical activity
  • loose fitting clothing - tight fitting underwear restricts blood flow
  • reducing saturated fat intake
  • limiting the intake of salt and salty products
  • weight management and weight maintenance
  • chili improves blood circulation
  • eating citrus fruits, bananas, cranberries, cranberries, garlic, oatmeal, avocados, olive oil, fish or chocolate with a high cocoa content
  • do not smoke
  • it is necessary to take regular breaks while travelling
    • during sedentary work as well
  • plenty of fluids - watch out for dehydration

In the acute phase of the disease, it is necessary to consult the consumption of dietary supplements and appropriate foods with a doctor.

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Bc. Lukáš Tóth
Bc. Lukáš Tóth
Healthcare worker
The secondary medical school in Nitra gave me the basis for my career in the field of health and diseases. Thanks to it, I worked for 2 years in the traumatology clinic and outpatient clinic at the Nitra Hospital. Since 2006 I was employed in the emergency medical service, where I stayed until 2017. I completed my bachelor's degree at the University of Constantine the Philosopher in Nitra in the field of emergency health care. The bachelor's degree allowed me to continue my mission as a paramedic. In the meantime, I got a job at the emergency line 155. I have been working in pre-hospital health care until today. I had an interest in people, health and even diseases in my childhood, which gave me the prerequisite to pursue this topic in adulthood. Studying and acquiring new information in practice provided me with a great basis for writing professional texts, in the form of articles that can be understood by ordinary people. Thus, my interest in the Health Portal has a solid foundation in years of practice and personal interest. Similarly, I am also interested in healthy eating, nutrition and overall healthy lifestyle. I fill my free time with family and sports.
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