
Vein
Therapy (Sclerotherapy) is the superior treatment for varicose and spider
veins Telangiectasia (spider veins) are enlarged blood vessels that affect
women commonly but can be seen in men.These veins are unsightly and may
lead to dull achey legs after prolonged standing.
The veins are injected with several different solutions. These include chemicals
called Salicylate, Thromboject and Sclerodex. Each of these solutions irritates
the lining of the vein that was injected. Over a period of 3-4 weeks, the vessels
will darken and then disappear.
You may feel a mild burning sensation during the treatment and some minor discomfort
for a short time afterwards. Sclerotheraphy is generally a very safe procedure.
Complications that rarely occur include: Small brown spots along the treated
veins, allergic reaction, Infection at the injection site, Tiny white scar injection
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