Medications and Lifestyle Changes
The following medications may be prescribed to help treat chronic venous insufficiency:
– Antibiotics: These medications may help treat infected ulcers caused by venous insufficiency
– Diuretics: Doctors may prescribe these drugs to remove excess water and reduce swelling linked to venous insufficiency
– Anticoagulants or blood-thinning medications may help reduce blood clots
– Pentoxifylline: This medication can be taken with compression therapy to help venous ulcers recover more quickly [10]
In addition to medical treatments, some lifestyle changes may help with chronic venous insufficiency. These include:
– Avoid sitting or standing for an extended period of time
– Elevate your legs above the heart level to alleviate pressure and swelling, as well as boost blood flow
– Work out more regularly, especially those targeting the calf muscles
– Wear compression stockings [11]
