Sclerotherapy in Fairbanks, Alaska (AK)

Sclerotherapy is a form of treatment for both spider veins and average-sized varicose veins. This treatment uses a chemical injected into the troublesome veins to cause the blood to coagulate, inflamation to set in, and the vein to eventually collapse so that the blood supply is rerouted to healthier veins. One variation of sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy, suspends the chemical in foam to provide greater adhesion to the vein walls.

Depending on the number of veins to be treated, a sclerotherapy session usually takes less than 30 minutes. After the procedure, the treatment site is wrapped in a bandage which applies pressure to control any bleeding and promote healing. Once treated with sclerotherapy, varicose veins do not come back.

Sclerotherapy is done on an outpatient basis and is only mildly painful. Other than the sting of the injection, some patients report some light cramping during the injection of the solution, but this quickly passes. Although all procedures have some risks, sclerotherapy has very few. Light bruising sometimes occurs around the affected area, and some patients have reported that freckling developed temporarily in the treatment area, but these both usually disappear within weeks.

With sclerotherapy, some patients may require several injection sessions for optimal results, but these are scheduled about a month apart. After finishing the treatment, the pain and unsightly appearance of the damaged veins are greatly improved. Patients report significantly smoother skin and little discoloration. Because these results are achieved without hospitalization or general anesthesia, sclerotherapy is a better choice than surgery for many patients. Patients also find recovery time is much shorter with sclerotherapy, and they are usually able to return to work within days.

About Laser Vein Center of Fairbanks, LLC

Those searching for a Fairbanks varicose veins clinic will delight in Laser Vein Center of Fairbanks. Located in Fairbanks, Alaska, Dr. Donald Ives, MD and his staff are committed to the successful treatment of their patients’ embarrassing and unsightly vein diseases. Using advanced equipment, the Fairbanks varicose veins clinic ensures that patients are given the best chance possible for a successful and satisfying treatment. Relying on state of the art technology and his own experience and expertise, Dr. Ives treats patients with the most effective treatments available to allow them to find relief from their painful vein diseases. The Fairbanks varicose veins center understands their responsibility to their patients. They realize how important these procedures are in treating these painful and unsightly conditions. For this reason the patient’s health and safety are given top priority and the use of efficient and effective treatments are essential to the practice. Some of the treatments utilized include compression stockings, laser and light therapy, varicose veins surgery, endovenous laser ablation and sclerotherapy. Consultation is also available to those wishing to speak with a professional before undergoing any procedure. This allows the patient to discuss their treatment options with a physician before undergoing any treatment.

Additional Information on Procedures performed by Laser Vein Center of Fairbanks, LLC

Ambulatory Phlebectomy

Compression Stockings

Endovenous Laser Ablation

EVLT

Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy