This is often caused by hormonal changes, injuries, genetic syndromes, and connective tissue conditions. You’re more likely to develop spider veins if you’re a woman, are overweight, on birth control, are pregnant, are exposed to the sun often, smoke, and more. While these unsightly veins are rarely medically dangerous, they can affect self-confidence and be frustrating. Thankfully, treatments like sclerotherapy can remove spider veins for good. Let’s take a closer look at what sclerotherapy is and how it treats spider veins.
Understands Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is one of the most effective ways to treat spider veins. The procedure is actually very simple and has been around since the 1930s. Sclerotherapy is done by injecting a sclerosant solution directly into the affected vein. This solution is made of sodium tetradecyl sulphate or hypertonic saline. These active ingredients irritate the walls of the damaged veins and cause them to collapse. The collapsed vein is no longer able to receive blood and will die.
However, don’t worry, this is safe, and blood will now be directed to healthy blood vessels. Your body will naturally metabolize the old vein, and it will disappear. The results of sclerotherapy will be instant, and you will see a significant visual improvement in your treated vein. The vein’s appearance will continue to improve as it fades away.
Getting Rid of Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy is a quick, non-invasive, and simple procedure that has been proven to work for nearly a century. That’s why Dr. Sammy A. Zakhary provides sclerotherapy as part of his comprehensive vascular practice. Dr. Zakhary believes that every patient should be treated as family and that every patient is different, even with the same diagnosis. If you’re experiencing spider veins, contact Dr. Zakhary’s office at 623-258-3255 today.
