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SCLEROTHERAPY
Veins become enlarged when they are congested with blood.
These enlarged veins are commonly called spider veins
or varicose veins. Spider veins are small red, blue
or purple veins on the surface of the skin. Varicose
veins are larger distended veins that are located somewhat
deeper than spider veins.
Abnormal leg veins can cause considerable
pain. Symptoms include feelings of fatigue, heaviness,
aching, burning, throbbing, itching, cramping, and restlessness
of the legs. They are often made worse by prolonged
standing. Leg swelling can occur. Severe varicose veins
can compromise the nutrition of the skin and lead to
eczema, inflammation or even ulceration of the lower
leg.
Sclerotherapy can be used to treat
both varicose and spider veins. A tiny needle is used
to inject the veins with a medication that irritates
the lining of the vein. In response, the veins collapse
and are reabsorbed. The surface veins are no longer
visible. Sclerotherapy relieves symptoms due to varicose
and spider veins in most patients. With this procedure,
veins can be dealt with at an early stage, helping to
prevent further complications.
You may need anywhere from one to several
sclerotherapy sessions for any vein region. Depending
on the type and number of veins being treated you may
have one to many injections per session
Thanks to this treatment methods, spider
and varicose veins can be treated at a high level of
effectiveness and safety.
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