Spider veins are tiny, sheer veins that lie near to the exterior of the skin. Although these minuscule veins are connected to your larger venous system, they are not an indispensable part of it. Spider veins are caused by distended and dilated, tiny veins under the skin. When the pressure inside the vein increases enough it can overcome the normal resistance of the vein wall, thus producing spider veins. In women, the ability of veins to withstand the increased pressure is lessened when the body’s estrogen level drops.

Leg vein treatment, sclerotherapy can improve your look and your self assurance, but it's unrealistic to think that every vein that is treated will fade away completely as a result of treatment. After each sclerotherapy session, your treated veins will start to get lighter and lighter. Two or more sessions are usually required to achieve optimal results. You should know that treatment can only be performed on the veins that can be seen and it does not prevent new veins from appearing in the future.

Spider vein removal

Sclerotherapy is used in the treatment of both varicose and spider veins. Sclerotherapy is where an injection of a solution is placed directly into the problematic vein. This process irritates the lining of the vessel, forcing it to swell and stick together, and the blood to clot. With time, the vessel becomes scar tissue that fades from sight.

The Procedure

Sclerotherapy can be performed right in your doctor’s office. In most cases, 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 get rid of those unsightly veins. If you are having issues with spider veins you can find a Vein Treatment Center in your area now.

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