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Varicose Veins and Piles

Categories: Obstetrics or Midwifery

Varicose veins: These are due to the pressure
on the veins so that the return flow of blood is impeded and occur as a

rule late in pregnancy. They are seen oftenest on the inner side of the

thighs, the lower extremities, the vulva, and in the region of the anus.

As a rule, they do not give much trouble. When they become painful or

inflamed the patient should lie down, with the legs elevated and use water

of witch-hazel applied with cloths. Elastic stockings, properly fitted,

give much relief when the trouble is on the thigh and leg.



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