What is a V2 Supporter?
The V2 Support is a hand-tailored support that provides compression therapy to the pubic area. Wear the V2 Supporter to comfortably alleviate pain, pressure and burning sensations caused by prolapse and swelling.
How does V2 Supporter work?
The V2 Supporter provides compression support to the vaginal area to help with vulvar varicosities, pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic girdle pain. To increase compression, move the tabs in the back down for more support. For less compression, move the tabs in the back up for less support.
What does vulvar varicosities look like?
Vulvar varicosities don’t always cause signs and symptoms. If they occur, they might include a feeling of fullness or pressure in the vulvar area, vulvar swelling and discomfort. In extreme cases, the dilated vessels can bulge. They might look bluish and feel bumpy.
Do vulvar Varicosities go away?
An estimated 4 percent of women have had vulvar varicosities. They typically occur during pregnancy and usually go away on their own within 6 weeks after giving birth.
What are the symptoms of pelvic congestion syndrome?
Symptoms
- Pelvic pain that worsens as the day goes on, particularly if much time is spent standing.
- Pelvic pain that worsens during menstruation, after sex, or after certain physical activities.
- Swollen vulva.
- Varicose veins in the genital region or legs.
- Hemorrhoids.
- Low back pain.
- Vaginal discharge.
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding.
What causes vulvar varicosities?
Vulvar varicosities result from venous obstruction, increased venous pressure, and venous insufficiency. They usually occur during pregnancy and typically regress spontaneously within 6 weeks postpartum. It is estimated that 4% of women have had vulvar varicosities (VV).
What causes vulvar varicosities not pregnant?
The majority of varicose veins of the vulva are caused by reflux in the pelvic veins termed ovarian vein reflux and/or iliac vein reflux. Extension of varicosities into the medial thigh is also a common finding in patients with varicosities of the vulva.
Can pelvic congestion syndrome be cured?
Recovery. While the effects of pelvic congestion syndrome vary among women, in most cases, it can be managed. Symptoms can be eliminated or improved, allowing you to get back to a higher quality of life. During treatment and recovery, you may experience a loss of physical and sexual activity due to pain.
How do you treat varicose veins in the groin?
Treating PCS most commonly involves the use of anti-inflammatories and other medication to alleviate the symptoms while the core issue resolves, but in more serious cases it may require a medical procedure that involves a laser fibre inserted into the vein to seal off the varicose and redirect blood flow.