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 Innovative VeinFinding a Wichita varicose veins treatment clinic is simple with Newleaf Vein and Aesthetics. Those suffering from varicose veins and spider veins will find that Dr. Paul Cheatum, MD offers the latest minimally invasive treatment options available for vascular dysfunction. Many patients find that these options offers simple procedures, minimal healing time, minimal in-office treatment time, all while maintaining an effective treatment option which supports greater vascular health.
This Wichita varicose veins clinic offers sclerotherapy and laser treatment for spider veins which are some of the most widely used and latest vein care treatment options. Most patients suffering from venous disease will notice that the minimal treatment times and minimal recovery periods are a unique part of medical treatment today, as tireless research throughout the years has brought patients all over the ability to get treated much faster. Dr. Cheatum incorporates these options into his work, bringing patients ever closer to the freedom from varicose veins and spider veins. Wichita varicose veins sufferers can thus rest assured that they are in the most considerate and experienced hands for their vascular treatments.
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