I have prominent veins and varicose veins in both temple areas on my head. They are unsightly and cause my face to ache. What can I do?

These veins get worse in the heat. They really pop then. Part of what caused them is that I used to wear hats and bandanas a lot. Even during excessive and hot yoga. I think it blocked veinous blood flow that was trying to drain from my head. Is there anything I can do about this?

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Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jun 15, 2017

It is unlikely that this is caused by your activities and headbands, although excessive heat and straining can cause veins to dilate temporarily. It is important you be evaluated by only an experienced surgeon/vascular who specializes in vein problems and ensure there is no arterial involvement. If not, there are several ways of dealing with these veins. Either removal or a combination of removal or injection. In some cases, depending on the location, laser can be used if they are not too large. I would be more concerned that there is arterial involvement if there is discomfort.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

It is unlikely that this is caused by your activities and headbands, although excessive heat and straining can cause veins to dilate temporarily. It is important you be evaluated by only an experienced surgeon/vascular who specializes in vein problems and ensure there is no arterial involvement. If not, there are several ways of dealing with these veins. Either removal or a combination of removal or injection. In some cases, depending on the location, laser can be used if they are not too large. I would be more concerned that there is arterial involvement if there is discomfort.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 15, 2017

Temporal veins can be treated by several methods including sclerotherapy, topical laser, IPL or removal through micro incisions. The type of procedure used depends on the size of the veins and the experience of the physician doing the procedure. See a vein specialist with expertise in treating temporal veins.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Temporal veins can be treated by several methods including sclerotherapy, topical laser, IPL or removal through micro incisions. The type of procedure used depends on the size of the veins and the experience of the physician doing the procedure. See a vein specialist with expertise in treating temporal veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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