Sclerotherapy in Valdosta, Georgia (GA)

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 South Georgia Vein Center

Those looking for a Valdosta vein treatment center should look no further than South Georgia Vein Center. Located in Valdosta, Georgia, Dr. Gregory Martin, MD and his staff of qualified professionals are happy to share their expertise and skill in helping patents find relief from painful venous conditions. With a commitment to their patients’ success and well-being, Dr. Martin uses the most advanced equipment, tools and technology to ensure that patients receive their best chance for a successful treatment. Only the least invasive, but most effective treatments are used in treating patients. This helps to make certain that every patient who walks through their doors is given the safest, most comfortable treatment possible. Also catering to a person’s safety, the Valdosta vein treatment center makes sure that every patient is given a safe and welcoming environment in which to receive his or her treatment. The Valdosta vein treatment center knows how painful and unpleasant these conditions can be. They can make many sufferers feel self-conscious and embarrassed of their unsightly nature. Many begin to feel uncomfortable in social settings and seek relief with a qualified physician. Dr. Martin offers several treatments in his clinic including compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy, laser and light therapy and venous reflux exams.

Additional Information on Procedures performed by South Georgia Vein Center

Compression Stockings

Endovenous Laser Ablation

Foam Sclerotherapy

Laser & Light Therapy

Microphlebectomy

Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Sclerofoam

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

Varicose Vein Surgery

Venous Reflux Exams