There is nothing more unsightly or devastating than to have varicose veins. Once these little creatures spring up on your legs, you no longer want to be seen in shorts, swim suits or skirts. But take heart, you no longer have to hide or be embarrassed because of the sight of your legs. Varicose vein surgery can give you back your life. You can enjoy wearing what you want as well as showing off your beautiful legs once again!

Causes of Varicose Veins

Your body has veins that are located near the exterior of the skin that assist the return of oxygen-depleted blood to the heart. As surface vein walls become bigger and deteriorate because of age or heredity, blood can begin to flow backward causing it to collect inside your veins. This can cause an increased pressure which can leave lasting damage to the elastic vein walls.

Varicose veins or spider veins result when the valves that ordinarily prevent the blood from flowing backward become distorted because they have been stretched and bloated out of shape causing them to begin malfunctioning.

Problems that can occur with varicose veins include:

• A clot in the vein that cause the varicose to become inflamed and sore
• Bleeding
• The skin around the vein can become dry and itchy
• Blood can leak from the veins and cause a brown stain around the ankles
• Ulcers

Varicose Vein Surgery

There are a few types of surgery options available to treat varicose veins in the leg.
These include:

• Surgical Ligation and Stripping
• Ligation and stabs
• Ultrasound Guided laser therapy
• Transilluminated Powered Phlebectomy or TIPP

There are numerous cosmetic surgeons in your area that can help you with your varicose vein surgery needs and answer any questions that you may have. If you are experiencing problems with spider or varicose veins you can find a Vein Treatment Center in your area now.