Poor circulation is characterized by difficulty in passing blood through the veins or arteries, generating symptoms such as swollen feet, leg pain, cold hands and varicose veins in the legs.
Poor blood circulation is a common situation, especially in overweight individuals or in women taking the contraceptive pill.
Some cases of poor circulation can be hereditary and manifest constantly, but in some individuals it may arise due to other causes, such as spending a lot of time standing, cross legs or aging body.
Symptoms of poor circulation
Symptoms of poor blood circulation include:
- Feet and cold hands;
- Swelling of the legs and feet;
- Pain and tiredness in the legs;
- Dry and flaky skin
- Tingling sensation in the legs
- Varicose veins.
To reduce these symptoms patients can lift their legs with cushions at the end of the day or sleep with their legs higher than the body.
What to do for poor circulation
What can be done for poor circulation is:
- Practice physical activity regularly;
- Wear elastic compression stockings;
- Do not sit or sit too long;
- Decrease the amount of salt in the food;
- Be within the ideal weight range.
In addition to these tips individuals should avoid accumulation of fat and annually check blood cholesterol levels because high cholesterol impairs circulation.
In the case of women, it is also important to keep up with the gynecologist, especially during the use of the contraceptive pill. To know more tips read: Natural treatment for poor circulation.
Poor circulation in pregnancy
Poor circulation in pregnancy is a frequent situation because, during this period, the woman's body produces more fluids to maintain the irrigation of the placenta, which hampers the working of the veins.
In addition, there is production of relaxin, a hormone that causes dilation of the veins, making it difficult for the blood to return to the heart.
Thus, to prevent poor circulation, pregnant women should rest several times during the day, use elastic compression stockings and massage their legs.
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