Patient's question:
Patient: Male, 20 years old, on January 26, 2013, in the evening, practicing Tai Chi outside. During one movement, the lower Dantian area swelled up. Since he was wearing jeans with a belt, it tightened, and a stream of energy flowed down the left inguinal region. A short while later, he felt pain in the left groin area. Upon examination, a lump was found to have dropped down. When he went to the hospital for examination, the lump had already receded. The doctor said it was not an inguinal hernia and advised him to rest at home.Current condition: In the morning, both sides are normal. By noon or afternoon, the left side begins to droop, with the spermatic vein appearing curved, and it is harder and thicker compared to the right side. When lying down, the vein becomes softer, feeling much better. Additionally, there is a slight sensation of heaviness in the left side.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, venous wall weakness, venous valve defects, and elevated pressure in superficial veins are the main causes of varicose veins. Venous wall weakness and valve defects are related to genetics, while long-term standing work, heavy physical labor, pregnancy, chronic cough, and constipation can all increase superficial venous pressure. When the saphenous vein valves at the junction of the femoral and saphenous veins are damaged and fail to close properly, blood flows backward, leading to varicose veins. Surgery is the best method for treating varicose veins.