Overview

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Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive vein treatment used to eliminate spider and small varicose veins in the legs. Abnormal veins are treated with a concentrated solution using a very small needle resulting in only mild discomfort. Various solutions, usually saline-based, are injected by the physician specialist into the varicose veins, to “irritate” the vein walls. This causes a scarring reaction which then causes the vein walls to stick together. Within a few weeks, the veins are “sclerosed” under the skin, and disappear without a trace. All procedures cause unsightly veins to gradually shrink and fade away.

BENEFITS & RESULTS

• Immediate results
• Method that usually takes about 15-45 minutes.
• A short recovery time.
• Local anesthesia is not needed.
• Considered as an effective as well as safe treatment option for spider veins.

Sclerotherapy is often done for cosmetic purposes — to improve the appearance of varicose and spider veins. The procedure can also improve related symptoms such as:

• Aching
• Swelling
• Burning
• Night cramps

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