Vein Removal

Varicose and spider veins, especially in the legs, can make a person look years older than they really are. Varicose veins are blood vessels that swell and are visible through the skin. Separate but similar conditions, spider veins, are small, painless blood vessels that are seen on the skin. Spider veins are frequently seen on the face, as well as the legs. Sclerotherapy is a treatment option for people with spider and varicose veins that make them gradually disappear. Laser treatment is also sometimes used for vein removal.

Varicose veins are large, painful veins that are frequently seen on the legs of pregnant women and people who spend most of their day on their feet. Other factors that influence the development of varicose veins are heredity, obesity and hormones. Varicose veins cause pain, restlessness, burning or tingling in the legs. Support stockings can help with the pain.

Spider veins are very small, thin veins that can be seen just under the skin. These veins are not usually painful but many people find them unattractive. Spider veins are commonly seen on people who also have varicose veins. If both are present, varicose veins should be treated first. Removed spider veins will return if varicose veins are not treated.

Sclerotherapy is a treatment that involves injecting a saline solution into the vein, causing the vein to be reabsorbed into the body and disappear from sight. The procedure is done is a physician’s office and requires no downtime. Varicose veins can completely disappear in a matter of weeks. Laser treatments produce similar results but may require more than one treatment. Be sure to consult with Dr. Zizmor for treatment options that would apply to your case.

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