Prevalence and Awareness of Varicose Vein among School Teachers in Mumbai: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Background: Varicose veins are large, tortuous, dilated and sometimes painful veins that are filled with an abnormal collection of blood in veins resulting from venous valves dysfunction. Teachers, due to their nature of profession are required to stand for a significant amount of time daily. This puts them at the risk of developing varicose veins. Hence, there is need to create awareness and educate the teachers about varicose veins. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and awareness regarding varicose veins among school teachers. Method: A total of 318 teachers who fitted into the inclusion criteria were selected using convenient sampling method between the age group of 25-45 years. Participants were explained about the study and consent was taken. They were asked to fill a google form consisting of questionnaire regarding varicose veins. Results: The prevalence of varicose veins among male school teachers found to be more than female school teachers. and the teachers of both primary and secondary section were well aware about varicose veins. Conclusion: School teachers frequently experience venous insufficiency, sometimes known as varicose veins. Because of the long periods of standing that are required for their jobs, they are more likely to develop varicose veins. This perspective holds that in order to prevent individuals from acquiring varicose veins, it is important to raise their awareness of not only the condition but also of various risk factors, available treatments, and lifestyle changes.