Sclerotherapy can be used for the treatment of spider veins, which are small purple and red blood vessels. Spider veins are hereditary, and while most frequently seen on the thigh or lower leg, they can appear practically everyplace on the leg, from the uppermost area of the thigh to the ankle. Infrequently, spider veins will show up on the face. Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure.

Causes for Spider Veins

• Heredity
• Pregnancy
• Hormonal Shifts
• Weight Gain
• Prolonged Standing
• Prolonged Sitting
• Taking certain Medications

The Procedure

Sclerotherapy can be performed right in your doctor’s office. In most instances, a 23 percent sodium chloride sterile solution mixed with lidocaine and heparin is injected with a very fine needle directly into the blood vessel. Multiple veins can be treated at one session, depending on the size and location of the veins, and your overall medical condition.

Side Effects Include:

• Blood clots
• Severe inflammation
• Adverse allergic reactions to the sclerosing solution
• Skin injury that could leave a small permanent scar
• Pigmentation irregularities
• Telangiectatic matting—reddish blood vessels that appear around the treated area

There are numerous cosmetic surgeons in your area that can help you with the treatment of spider veins. If you are experiencing problems with spider or varicose veins you can find a Vein Treatment Center in your area now.