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Homeopathic Treatment for Venous Insufficiency

Venous insufficiency is a vein disease that arises when the valves in the veins (of the legs) do not function properly. Usually, the valves in leg veins allow only a one-way flow of blood – to the heart from legs – and prevent its backflow. In case these valves don’t work properly, then the blood flows backward, causing blood to pool in the legs, leading to venous insufficiency. Homeopathic medicines for venous insufficiency work according to the different symptoms presented as a part of the condition. The top homeopathic remedies for pooling of blood in legs are discussed below.

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Legs affected by Venous Insufficiency.

Homeopathic Medicines for Venous Insufficiency

Hamamelis Virginiana – Top Homeopathic Remedy for Venous Insufficiency and Varicose Veins

Hamamelis Virginiana is prepared from a plant commonly known as ‘witch – hazel.’ The natural order of this plant is Hamamelidacee. Hamamelis Virginiana is used in treatment for venous insufficiency with tiredness or aching in the legs. Along with this, the legs also feel tense, and a dragging sensation may be present. Varicose veins are present on the legs. The varices may be hard and knotty. Pain in the legs usually worsening from little motion is another main feature that appears. Ulcers on legs with prickling pain that are sensitive to touch also indicate the use of Hamamelis Virginiana.

Pulsatilla Nigricans – For Venous Insufficiency with Cramping and Pain in Legs

Pulsatilla Nigricans is a remedy of natural origin prepared from the plant ‘Windflower.’ This plant belongs to family Ranunculaceae. It works well when there is cramping and pain in the legs. Cramping mostly gets worse during the evening. Hanging down legs tends to worsen the complaint and legs feel heavy, coupled with a weary sensation. A drawing feeling in the legs, tension in legs and restlessness of legs are few of the accompanying features. Varices on the legs are prominently present, legs and feet may be swollen, and burning pains appear in the swollen feet. Pulsatilla Nigricans is also indicated for varices during pregnancy.

Fluoric Acid – For Venous Insufficiency with Leg Ulcers

Fluoric Acid has marked sphere of action on the venous system. It is helpful for treating ulcers on the legs due to venous insufficiency. Sores on the leg with red margins appear, and pain in ulcers is present in a marked degree. Burning sensation in the ulcers is present, and there may be a copious discharge from the ulcer. Warmth tends to worsen the pain, and the legs tend to be swollen.

Lachesis Muta – For Leg Ulcers in Venous Insufficiency with Offensive Discharges

Lachesis Muta is a natural remedy for leg ulcers with offensive discharges. There appear leg ulcers with bluish purplish surroundings. Bottom of the ulcers is uneven and dirty. Pimples or vesicles may surround the ulcers. Thin or pus discharges from the ulcers come out, and these are usually foul-smelling. Sometimes ulcers tend to bleed. The ulcers are painful and sensitive to touch and may have an intense burning sensation. Itching may be present in the sores. The legs are also swollen and red. Weakness and loss of strength attend the above complaint, and these symptoms tend to get worse during the night.

Graphites Naturalis – For Venous Insufficiency with Itching, Dryness, Cracks on Skin on the Legs

Graphites Naturalis is used to treat venous insufficiency with itching, dryness, and cracks on the skin of legs. Itching mostly is seen to get worse during the night. There may be oozing of discharge (mainly sticky and gluey). It may be used in cases of stasis eczema (inflammation of the skin due to poor circulation). Varicose veins are present on the legs, and small pimples may surround skin on these veins. A feeling of congestion the in legs and feet can appear while standing. Legs may feel heavy and tense. They also tend to swell up and have shooting pains.

Arsenic Album – For Venous Insufficiency with Swelling in Legs and Feet

Arsenic Album is valuable in homeopathy for treating chronic venous insufficiency with swollen legs and feet. Stabbing pains and burning sensation (that gets worse during the night) in legs, a feeling of excessive uneasiness and restlessness in the legs, apart from feeling weak and tired are the main symptoms. Varicose ulcers with gray colored crust and inflamed borders and thick edges are also indicative of using Arsenic Album. The surface of the ulcers appears unclean, blackish, with stinking discharges. Pustules around the edges of the ulcer may appear, and burning and stinging in these ulcers is also well marked.

Vipera Berus – Indicated for Venous Insufficiency with Swollen, Sensitive Veins in Legs

Homeopathic medicine Vipera Berus is used to treat venous insufficiency with swollen and tender veins in the legs. Veins are blue and very tender to touch, and there is marked venous stasis in the legs. It is attended by pain and a bursting sensation in the legs. Hanging the legs down worsens the complaint. Elevating the legs bring relief. The person also complains of a severe, cramping pain in the legs.

Signs of Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Swelling in legs or ankles mainly after long periods of standing.
Pain in the legs that mostly get worse when walking, standing and better from rest or from raising the leg.
Cramping in the legs.
Tiredness in the legs.
Dull aching, heaviness in the legs.
Tightness in the calf muscles of the legs.
– Brown colored skin on the legs and near ankles.
– Thick, hard skin on the legs and ankles.
– Itchy, cracked, flaky, crusty skin on legs sometimes with oozing of fluid (stasis eczema or stasis dermatitis).
Varicose veins ( enlarged, twisted and engorged veins ) on the legs.
Leg ulcers that are slow to heal.

The risk factors for developing venous insufficiency are:

– Women are at high risk than men.
– Being overweight or obese.
– A family history of chronic venous insufficiency.
– Pregnancy
– Smoking
– Lack of exercise.
– Sitting or standing for long periods.
– History of blood clots in legs or pooling of blood in feet.
– Weak leg muscles.
– History of trauma, injury or any surgery of the leg.

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Comments

  1. What would be best homeopathic medicine for leg cramps , bluish veins in ankle area pronounced but not raised, one raised bump on leg some ankle swelling on occasion, . I am active healthy 80 yr old woman , not sedentary and not on any medications Thank you

    • Hi Dr Sharma
      I have be diagnosed with venous insufficiency in my deep veins and have to use a compression sock..i still get a red mark the size of a hand above my ankle with a burning sensation and is hard when you feel it ..do you have any advice on what to use to help relieve my symptoms
      Thanks

  2. C Dcosta says:

    Hi Dr Sharma,

    I have dark patches on both my lower legs which are painful on touch. I am in my late sixties. I get cramps in my feet when I stretch my legs in the night. I am a hypothyroid case as my thyroid was removed some 20 years back due to malignancy. I take Eltroxin 75 every morning. I am a case of high blood pressure and take daily medication to keep my pressure in check. Do let me know how the venous insufficiency in my legs should be treated.

  3. Esmeralda Lopez says:

    Hello Dr. Sharma,

    My dog was recently diagnosed with a heart murmur and we were told he will likely develop congestive heart failure. He was given furosemide and vetmedin. We are looking for a replacement of Vetmedin. Vetmedin.

    Here is what one site says about Vetmedin: Vetmedin® is a medication prescribed for dogs that have been diagnosed with mild, moderate or severe congestive heart failure caused by valvular insufficiency or dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).

    Several studies have shown that pimobendan (the active ingredient in Vetmedin®) can delay the onset of congestive heart failure in dogs with Mitral Valve Disease (MVD) and DCM and have shown that dogs can also have a better quality of life while on this medication. Vetmedin® is typically used in combination with other medications commonly prescribed for pets with heart conditions.

    What homeopathic remedy would you recommend to replace Vetmedin? And in what strength? He is a 12 lb Dachshund/Chihuahua mix.

    Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

    Respectfully,
    Esmeralda Lopez

  4. Moshiur rahman says:

    Incompetent superficial venous system of both lower limb

  5. Cant seem To figure out which category above I am included in. I’ve been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency I get a lot of peeling skin and very small ulcers or cups in the kitchen below the knee of course and there is some darkening of the skin in both legs I’ve had ultrasounds done to reveal that it’s a problem with the deeper vein versus the more closer to the skin veins.

  6. Nolan Winkler says:

    Dr. Sharma: I have been diagnosed with venous insufficiency a few years ago. I have darker area on the front of my legs just above the ankles. I had two tests at the hospital for it and my numbers were good and did not show it, but, yes, my lower legs seem to have a bit of swelling. I am sure I got this when it was recommended that sitting was so bad for us so I bought a computer desk for standing. Of course, I was 20 lbs more then than I am now and did NOT move every few min. as suggested. I do not have pain, no varicose veins, no itching, no ulcers…just the edema. Would you suggest to me the best homeopathic herb… to purchase? Yes, I play tennis, sometimes bicycle and wear light compression socks about 4 or 5 days a week during summer, 7 days in winter. I am 78 years of age.

    A sincere thank you for your time and consideration.

  7. Randy Harris says:

    i’m looking for something to help with the Venous insufficiency I have in both legs, but worse in the left leg. I was hospitalized in January for Cellulitis in the left leg, and had 3 days of IV Vanco at full strength. I am not experiencing any pain in the legs, although I did have a small ulcer in the left leg and had to see a Wound Care specialist. The wound in completely healed now. I do have discoloration on some of my leg, especially around the ankle. I do wear Compression stockings when I am going to be doing a lot of walking. At my last visit with the wound specialist, I asked if there was something that could be prescribed, and all he gave me was a prescription for compression stockings, which I already have quite a few pair of those (my insurance denied the claim, but I was not upset about tha). What would you recommend?

  8. ariel harbour-laxton says:

    it only seems to mention helpful herbs in regards to the legs. My problems with venous insufficiency are in my arms. Will they still help?

  9. Radhasyam Saha says:

    I am in late 8os have developed varicose veins and dark skin on the ankle and its creeping upward. I have ulcers in the same area since a long time. The skin on the lower part of the leg is very itchy and painful to touch. I Have been getting sporadic allopathic and homeopathic treatment but none had been effective to the desired extent. Looking forward to your expert advice. Namaste.

    • Radhasyam Saha says:

      I am in late 8os have developed varicose veins and dark skin on the ankle and its creeping upward. I have ulcers in the same area since a long time. The skin on the lower part of the leg is very itchy and painful to touch. I Have been getting sporadic allopathic and homeopathic treatment but none had been effective to the desired extent. Looking forward to your expert advice. Namaste.

  10. Hi there, I’m wondering if you could help me. I have a moderately bad case of eczema on my knees and upper thigh and also some hemosiderin spotting on my legs (mild, and not near ankles but more upper legs. I am 35 years old and had my first pregnancy one year ago. During my pregnancy I had bad ankle swelling in the third trimester. I also had numb heels. Now one year postpartum I don’t have any ankle swelling however my big toes are still quite numb and sometimes my feet feel prickly when I get out of bed in the morning. I suspect I may have a mild case of venous insufficiency caused by my pregnancy. What would be the best remedy given my symptoms?

    Thanks!
    D

    • J.K. Mishra says:

      Sir,
      I feel tightness in the calf muscles of my left leg down the knee and ankles. the skin is discoloured, Itchy, cracked and sometimes with oozing of fluid. There is muscle cramps especially after mid night. I am in the practice of sleeping with raised legs for last 2 years but the situation continues . Please advice as to how and which the homeopathy medicines will be useful for treatment. Further how to take these medicines with all restriction in food habit

  11. Rukhsana siddiqui says:

    Dr Sharma,
    I have chronic venous insufficiency in my left leg. Not much varicose veins but the swelling right under my knee more towards the inside. The difference between the two legs is more than an inch as it is always swollen. More by end of the day. Please recommend a remedy. Thanks

  12. Lynn Michel says:

    Where can I find these homeopathic’s

  13. Imran Ahmed Khan says:

    Hi Dr.

    My father in his late 80s has developed varicose veins and darkened skin on the ankle and its creeping upward . He has had ulcers in the same area multiple times. Skin has become scaly and shiny and has also lost sensitivity.
    Hes into homeopathy but nothing has worked so far
    Looking for expert advice

  14. Sunil Punjabi says:

    Hello Doctorji, My mom in law,82,diabetes,heart condition and varicose veins, has developed redness and Swelling in the legs (pain in leg muscles)with severe itching. Kindly Help.

  15. Muhammad Akhlaq Khan says:

    My name is Akhlaq, A homeopathic Doctor since 2005, Aged 55 years. I have the problems of Venus Insufficiency and over wight lives in Lahore Pakistan. I have tried every remedy to loose weight but failed rather my weight is continuously increasing. Presently it is 125 KG.
    Please help me in selecting remedies for me.

  16. Hello,
    I have a severe venous problem that is not mentioned in the above article and I was wondering if I could have an email consultation with Dr Sharma.
    My email adres is below and I hope you can contact me with payment details and a consultation possibility.
    Kind Regards,
    Marion
    Holland

  17. Judy Evans says:

    I have a purple spot that looks like a a small pool of blood at the base of my second toe. There isn’t any pain or swelling. But it won’t go away. It disappears when I raise it but returns when I stand. What is the best homeopathic remedy for this? Thank you, Judy Evans

    • Naresh Kumar baranwal says:

      I am suffering from ankle pain swelling and itching from 15 days in left leg and now started in also right leg all test is ok lipid profile. Lft. Creatinine uric acid. Is good. ,please suggest me

  18. Dr. Omprakash H. Nautiyal says:

    Dear Dr. Sharma I have dark spot spreads on my left leg below calf area since last many years and resulted due to overturning of an auto on the left side of my sitting. It fell on my left leg. Since then it appeared.

    Please suggest to overcome this. Is it case of CVI?

    thanking you

    • Margie Shay says:

      Doctor, several months ago I became increasingly fatigued and short of breath when walking. I had severe chest pain for about 30 minutes about four days ago. Cardiologist here did lots of heart and lung tests and CT scan and all came back ok. My symptoms sound alot like those described by vipera versus except I get short of breath. What is your recommendation? Thank you.

  19. rameshwari ramchandra says:

    kindly provide us your whattsapp no:
    we would like to consult you by showing u pictures of the ailment manifestation.

    regds
    rameshwari ramchandra

    • Shashi Mishra says:

      This query is for my mother aged 86yrs suffering from varicose veins looking for advise from you reguarding its management & how do we go about it

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