Sclerotherapy in San Clemente, California (CA)

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.

With several treatment options available, this Ladera Ranch varicose veins treatment center is equipped with some of the latest and most proven treatment options in the industry. OC Vein Care with Dr. Altuwaijri has allowed many patients to overcome painful varicose veins and embarrassing spider veins. Advanced medical equipment and technology is used to ensure the safety of patients throughout the treatment process. All medical professionals at this Ladera Ranch facility are trained to provide patients with effective and safe treatment.

Some of the treatments available at this Ladera Ranch varicose veins facility are compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, foam sclerotherapy, radiofrequency occlusion, venous reflux exams and VNUS. Patients are encouraged to discuss their treatment options with a member of the medical staff at this facility. Varicose veins may cause pain and heaviness in the legs, while both spider veins and varicose veins may cause embarrassment because of their unappealing appearance. Treatment is very important for many patients suffering from venous conditions.