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 Center for Venous Disease - GlendaleThis Glendale vein treatment specialist provides patients with the latest treatments so that they may find relief from venous diseases such as spider veins and varicose veins. With an abundance of treatments available, patients are sure to find one that fits their needs and allows them to overcome these conditions. This Glendale vein treatment specialist is highly trained and experienced in providing patients with these treatments so that they walk away satisfied and successful.
This Glendale vein treatment specialist provides a variety of treatments. Some of these include compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, microphlebectomy, sclerotherapy, varicose vein surgery and others. Patients with questions should speak to a professional at this center to have their questions answered. The Center for Venous Disease- Glendale provides patients with the opportunity to overcome spider veins and varicose veins, which can be quite painful and embarrassing for most patients suffering from these conditions.
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