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 Chuback Vein CenterDr. John Chuback of Chuback Vein Center is a highly trained Ridgewood vein specialist who is dedicated to helping patients rid themselves of varicose veins and spider veins. These conditions are very troubling for many patients due to the aesthetically unappealing appearance of the disease. Some patients may lead to embarrassment and self-consciousness due to the appearance of the venous conditions. Varicose veins may even cause pain and heaviness in the legs. Patients are encouraged to talk to this Ridgewood vein specialist to determine which treatment is right for them.
A variety of treatments are available through this highly trained Ridgewood vein specialist. These include ambulatory phlebectomy, endovenous laser ablation, foam sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy, radiofrequency occlusion and venous reflux exams. Natural varicose vein remedies may also be available at this clinic. To learn more about these or other treatments, patients are encouraged to seek consultation with Dr. Chuback or a member of the medical staff at this facility.
