Varicose veins not only cause pain and discomfort but can lead to other complications and even rupture if they are left untreated. Seek immediate medical help if your varicose vein just burst, as it can result in uncontrolled bleeding and other health concerns. If a vein has popped once, it could explode again, endangering your life. Dr. George Bolotin at the Astra Vein Treatment Center takes care of your varicose veins and comes up with effective treatment options to ensure your safe and healthy recovery.
Varicose veins are typically known for pain, swelling, bulging, and skin changes. These swollen and weakened veins can burst and bleed profusely in case of even minimal trauma like brushing up against something sharp or hard scrubbing in the shower. Varicose vein patients must handle their veins carefully as they are easily damaged and start to bleed suddenly from internal rupture or slight grazing.
When the veins cannot efficiently pump blood upwards to the heart, blood begins to pool in the legs that exert more pressure on the veins, making them large and fragile. Heaviness, pain, and discomfort accompanied by itching are common symptoms of varicose veins. People who take blood thinners are at high risk of vein rupture as their veins are prone to damage and spontaneous bleeding at the slightest injury or scratching.
A varicose vein can burst from increased pressure within the vein. The pressure built up causes the vein’s walls to stretch, which weakens them, increasing the risk of sudden rupture. A breached varicose vein can bleed into tissues and through the skin surface, especially in people with thin skin.
Burst varicose veins are dangerous as they can lead to enormous blood loss. Bleeding occurs in two ways, internal and external.
Internal symptoms
If your varicose vein has ruptured, but the skin remains intact, you will experience the following symptoms:
Call your vein care specialist without wasting time to avoid facing further complications.
External symptoms
If your varicose vein has ruptured and the skin gets broken, you will experience a good amount of bleeding. As the vein bursts from excessive pressure, it can bleed rapidly and profusely.
Reach out to your vein care doctor immediately as this condition needs emergency medical attention to prevent too much loss of blood and shock.
There are various ways to stop or reduce heavy blood loss if your varicose vein has burst. They include:
Stopping or slowing down the rapid flow of blood is most important as soon as the vein bursts. Your doctor will stop the bleeding and recommend the best treatments for taking care of varicose veins.
Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy is one of the most effective methods to treat ruptured varicose veins. It is a medical procedure that eliminates unhealthy veins by injecting a medicated solution directly into the vein. This solution collapses the lining of the blood vessel, closing it shut.
The vein specialist will evaluate your lower extremities vein to look for underlying causes of rupture. He will come up with the best remedies to fix these veins and prevent the risk of future ruptures.
You can keep the varicose veins from bursting by seeking professional medical guidance. Schedule an appointment with your vein expert doctor to accurately diagnose and treat your condition to prevent rupture.
Managing varicose veins and venous insufficiency can help avoid serious medical complications and long-term risks, including leg ulcers or ruptured veins.
Suffering from varicose veins is no fun. It can lead to leg swelling, rashes, or even ulcers. Chronic venous insufficiency is the main reason behind varicose veins, and an experienced vein doctor must thoroughly investigate it to rule out the possibility of underlying medical conditions. Untreated varicose veins enhance the risk of rupturing, and it is a critical health threat, especially for older adults, and causes severe consequences if the blood is not stopped timely.
The doctor will run some tests, including ultrasound, to determine the presence of varicose veins and recommend the best therapies to help with the painful symptoms. With minimally invasive vein treatments, you can look forward to getting rid of venous insufficiency for good.
Do not ignore your varicose or spider veins, as they can turn critical and run the risk of bursting if you are not careful and get them treated appropriately. At the Astra Vein Treatment Center, Dr. George Bolotin will provide complete guidance on managing your varicose veins successfully and avoiding ruptures. Not only will you find relief from the distressing symptoms, but you will also enjoy a healthier life free of complications.
Dr. George Bolotin has either authored or reviewed and approved this content.Updated on Oct 22, 2024 by Dr. George Bolotin (Vein & Vascular Specialist) of Vein & Vascular Medical Care
