Moderate cases of spider veins and varicose veins may appear on one or both legs and require more chemical exposure to resolve the damaged vein walls. This is a minimally invasive treatment that works by injecting a chemical directly into the affected vein. The chemical will irritate the lining of the damaged vein, eventually causing the vein to collapse and close.
When the vein is closed, blood will be directed to healthy veins, while the closed vein will eventually be absorbed by the surrounding tissues and fade from view. Typically the results of this treatment show up after about four to six weeks, which is when the collapsed vein will be absorbed by the body. You may see results sooner if you are only being treated for minor spider veins; likewise, more moderate varicose veins may require more than six weeks to manifest the results.
This is especially true if you will require additional treatments, such as follow-ups to address more pronounced varicose veins. Patients with moderate vein issues may require up to six to eight weeks to see results after their final appointment.
Yes, the results of this treatment are permanent. This is because once a vein has collapsed, it will not open up again over time, not even after several years. Veins that have been exposed to the chemical treatment will not become spider veins or varicose veins again. The veins that have taken the redirected blood flow still may eventually develop their own vascular deformities due to extenuating factors, such as how long you sit or stand each day.
You can of course have additional treatments for new spider veins or varicose veins that develop. Both spider veins and varicose veins are common in women and men.
However, these vascular issues are more common in women, with about one out of every four women experiencing either spider veins or varicose veins. Varicose veins may be more common in women due to factors such as hormones or pregnancy. Pregnancy in particular is when a lot of women develop spider veins and varicose veins, likely because of the new shift in weight caused by the pregnancy, which places additional stress on the veins in the legs.
Some women notice changes in their veins during the pre-menstruation cycle; this is more common for women who have spider veins, although varicose veins may also be more prominent during this time.
Both spider veins and varicose veins are how we describe veins that are visible to the naked eye. Our veins should generally not be able to be seen through our skin; however, when a vein is overtaxed by blood flow and develops a damaged cell wall, the veins become more visible through the skin due to swelling.
That said, the main difference between these two vascular concerns is size and appearance. Spider veins are generally much smaller and appear like spider-webs or tree roots beneath the surface of the skin, usually between the size of a penny and a silver dollar.
Spider veins also tend to be red or purple in appearance and show up where the skin is thinner, such as around the ankle bones. Spider veins appear as small areas of discoloration on the skin. They generally appear as thin purplish, blue or red lines. For many people, they develop into a web-like pattern, which is where their name derives from.
In others, they may only be a single line or a slight branching pattern. These may also be referred to as thread veins. Varicose veins are larger than spider veins because they develop in larger veins. For most people, spider veins will be a harmless cosmetic imperfection. Varicose veins may cause irritation, itchiness, and pain or tenderness. Neither condition should not be ignored, however, since they may also be an early indication that you are susceptible to developing larger varicose veins or other more serious venous disorders.
Spider veins form when surface veins or blood vessels are damaged. This can be from small amounts of blood pooling in them, burst blood vessels from extreme pressure, or from prolonged sun damage. Varicose veins form as a result of weakened vein walls. When blood flow is reversed or compromised, pooling can result. This leads to excessive pressure within the veins, which leads to weakening and distortion of their walls.
Chronic high blood pressure and obesity can also lead to weakening. Since damaged veins dissolve into the surrounding tissue and are naturally removed from your body, they will not return after being successfully treated. That does not mean you will be free from varicose or spider veins forever, though. If you are predisposed to the conditions due to your family history or lifestyle, you may develop new ones that require further Sclerotherapy treatment.
There are numerous factors that could potentially increase your risk of developing venous damage. Keep in mind that some people can end up with varicose veins with no known risk factors. In general, though, if you can relate to one or more of these statements, then you should be on the lookout for early signs of discoloration associated with spider and varicose veins:. You are more likely to develop abnormalities like varicose veins as you grow older.
Like many things, your veins weaken over time. This could make them more susceptible to damage. Since varicose veins form from increased pressure within the damaged portion, it only makes sense to link their prevalence to high blood pressure. If you have a history of hypertension, you should take preventative steps to help you avoid their development. Like many medical conditions, there is a hereditary component to varicose and spider veins. This varies depending on the size of the veins and the extent of spider vein spreads.
Most clients take two to four treatment sessions to get to near-complete results. While complete elimination of the veins is not guaranteed, most clients will see significant improvement in the weeks after the first treatment. Sessions should be scheduled several weeks to a month apart to let the treatment work and ensure full healing before another injection. This is a gradual process over several weeks or months, depending on the severity of the vein buildup. Progress will start immediately after the injection and work slowly until your next treatment, with each injection kick-starting the healing process.
At your first appointment, your doctor will examine the veins and take your full medical history. As sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive outpatient treatment, minimal prep is needed beyond keeping your legs clean and free of any foreign substances like lotion. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Overview Sclerotherapy effectively treats varicose and spider veins.
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