Varicose veins during pregnancy

[LuAnn StockingStudent]

My daughter in law is pregnant and is due the middle of October. She is suffering with varicose veins. I know there are many herbs that are not recommended when pregnant. Cayenne is good for circulation. Siberian Ginseng is another herb that is recommended. What might be a suggested combination to assist with this problem. Parsley and ginger are suggested but should not be taken when pregnant if I understand correctly. Would Oregon Grape be good also.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[IdahoHerbalist]

These are the herbs that Michael Moore suggests in his book:

Blue Flag NOPE

Burdock

Burning Bush (with portal congestion) NOPE

Dandelion

Redroot (not with blood thinners)

Yellow Dock (with portal congestion) Some warning but don’t understand.

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

Horse chestnut is a specific for varicose vEins. Make a lotion and use it topically. It’s pretty toxic internally.

Don’t use Oregon grape during pregnancy. Look up the others mentioned above before using them during pregnancy too.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

[IdahoHerbalist]

Burdock and Dandelion were the only two without warning.

Blue Flag and Burning Bush were the only two that were specific NO’s.

The other two will need to be evaluated personally to see if they apply .

[cherig]

Do you treat spider veins the same as varicose veins with a salve of horse chestnut?

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

cherig wrote: Do you treat spider veins the same as varicose veins with a salve of horse chestnut?

Yup. I”ve not used it for either but Christopher liked it.

Doc

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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