Vein Disease
Abnormally dilated veins, otherwise known as varicose
and spider veins, affect the majority of adults at some
time in their lives. Associated symptoms of varicose
and spider veins can include aching, throbbing, excessive
fatigue, itching, burning, a restless feeling in the
legs and cramping. Unaware that any non-surgical remedy
is available, many vein disease sufferers resign themselves
to their discomfort and altered lifestyle.
With modern refinements in available solutions and
techniques, sclerotherapy is a safe and effective
treatment for the full range of dilated veins. For
larger varicose veins, Endovenous Laser Treatment
(EVLT®)
and duplex-guided foam sclerotherapy have recently
emerged as extremely powerful treatment tools.
What Are the Causes?
Both spider veins and larger varicose veins are caused by abnormally high pressure within the affected vein. In most cases the cause of this high pressure is hereditary. Larger varicose veins have abnormal valves that fail to keep blood flowing toward the heart. Blood flowing downward, instead of upward, in the legs causes the vein walls to stretch out until the vein bulges from the skin surface.
Spider Vein Removal
Spider veins - also known as telangiectasias or
sunburst varicosities - are small, thin veins that
lie close to the surface of the skin. Although these
super-fine veins are connected with the larger venous
system, they are not an essential part of it. Vein
Specialists of Northern California employs sclerotherapy
and foam sclerotherapy to remedy these damaged veins.
 Treatment
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy uses the body's natural healing abilities to close off abnormal veins. After being injected with a liquid that irritates and slightly damages the lining of the vein, the body responds by filling the vein with scar tissue. Once flow is eliminated, the vein disintegrates. Sclerotherapy can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it's unrealistic to believe that every affected vein will disappear completely as a result of treatment. After each sclerotherapy session, the veins will appear lighter. Two or more sessions are usually required to achieve optimal results. Serious medical complications as a result of sclerotherapy or foam sclerotherapy are extremely rare.
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