What Are Spider Veins?
Unlike varicose veins, spider veins are smaller red, purple, or blue veins that look similar to a spider web. They are made from broken capillaries and are visible on the surface of the skin. Spider veins are often more noticeable than varicose veins even though they are usually only 2mm in diameter. Bigger spider veins can have a diameter of up to 3mm and a bluish-green color.
Spider veins are more common in women, and they are often brought on by hormonal changes and pregnancy. Those who experience spider veins may also experience leg itching, throbbing, and restlessness. If a spider vein received trauma, they may bleed. Whether spider veins occur on your legs or on your face or chest, you should watch out for any severe symptoms and have them evaluated by a doctor.
What Is Surface Sclerotherapy?
The gold standard for spider and reticular vein treatment remains surface sclerotherapy. Surface sclerotherapy consists of an injection of sclerosant directly into your spider or reticular veins causing them to shut permanently. This reroutes blood flow to healthy veins. This treatment is an advanced solution to spider veins and does not have many major side effects.
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