Diminishing Unsightly 'Spider Veins'
Millions of women are bothered by spider veins - those small
yet unsightly clusters of red, blue or purple veins that
most commonly appear on the thighs, calves and ankles. In
fact, it's estimated that at least half of the adult female
population is plagued with this common cosmetic problem
Today, many plastic surgeons are treating spider veins with
sclerotherapy. In this rather simple procedure, veins are injected
with a sclerosing solution, which causes them to collapse and
fade from view.
The procedure may also remedy the bothersome
symptoms associated with spider veins, including aching, burning,
swelling and night cramps.
Although this procedure has been used in
Europe for more than 50 years, it has only become popular in
the United States during the past decade. The introduction
of sclerosing agents that are mild enough to be used in small
veins has made sclerotherapy predictable and relatively painless.
If you're considering sclerotherapy to improve the appearance
of your legs, Give us a call and we'll schedule you for a free
consultation with one of our Certified Doctors.
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