Spider Vein Information
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If you are an adult woman, chances
are 50/50 that you now have or will
eventually get unsightly spider
veins. These small, thin veins -
red, blue, or purple in color - lie
close to the surface of the skin
and usually appear on the thighs,
calves, and ankles. |
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A number of different factors cause
development of spider veins, including
heredity, pregnancy, and other events that
cause hormonal shifts. Weight gains,
occupations or activities that require
prolonged standing or sitting, and the use of
some medications also contribute to spider
veins. |
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The good news is that today spider veins are
easier than ever to eliminate with a proven
simple procedure called sclerotherapy. This
procedure calls for veins to be injected with
a sclerosing solution, causing them to
collapse and fade from view. The procedure
can also be successful at remedying symptoms
associated with spider veins such as burning,
aching, swelling, and night cramps. |
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As
effective as it is sclerotherapy can not promise
that every affected vein will disappear completely
as a result of one treatment. After each session,
the veins should appear lighter. Usually two to
three sessions are required to achieve the best
results. |
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Lasting only 15 to 45 minutes, a typical
sclerotherapy session is relatively quick. After
the skin over your spider veins is cleansed with
an antiseptic solution, sclerosing solution is
placed into the veins. The procedure is virtually
painless. |
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The
needle that is used for sclerotherapy is so thin and
the sclerosing solution is so mild that pain is
minimal. A cotton ball and compression tape are applied
to each area. In addition to compression tape that is
applied during the procedure, tight-fitting compression
hose are worn for 48 hours to promote healing. You need
to wait a month before you have your second series of
injections in the same sites. After each treatment,
further improvement is noticed. |
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Most patients
are extremely satisfied with the improved appearance of
their legs after sclerotherapy. Skin appears younger, clear,
and healthier. If, like so many women, you have been forced
to wear long skirts and slacks to hide your spider veins,
you will love the opportunity to change your wardrobe. Even
though sclerotherapy can't prevent new spider veins from
emerging, touchups or full treatments for new veins as they
surface maintains your new look.
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