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samedi 28 février 2015

Spider Vein Removal Austin TX

By Beryl Dalton


Spider vein has risen to be among the most common dermatological conditions, especially affecting women. Most people feel quite uncomfortable with veins showing on their face and legs, and as such spider vein removal Austin TX has become an increasingly important need, especially with the image obsessed society we live in today where promotions, success, self-worth, dating, social class, status and even friends are determined by ones image.

Varicose veins and their related cosmetic defects such as spider veins are among the most common. These conditions occur when a valve in a given vein is weak and unable to control reverse blood flow and may cause accumulation. The result is an area of the skin with a red or blue color, with web like structure emanating from a central point. Spider veins usually occur on the thighs, calves, ankles and face.

This condition is caused by various factors. Medics have determined that pressure on the veins is the most common cause. This is usually as a result of long hours of either sitting or standing, usually at the work places. Old age has been noted as another factor alongside physical injury especially to the legs. Hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause have been known to cause the condition as well.

Treatment for the condition is readily available and with a very high success rate. The most effective treatment known is sclerotherapy. It involves a medical procedure where special solution known as sclerosants are injected into the ailing vein. A small needle is used and several injections are made along the length of the vein. It is a short and rather painless procedure.

If the condition had not advanced so much, and the swelling is minimal, the veins should disappear in a few minutes after the doctor is done with the procedure. In the case of more swelling and wider spread, it could take up to three weeks for healing. Some side effects from the procedure include cramping and a mild burning sensation. Pregnant and nursing mothers should not undergo the procedure.

Another form of treatment I known as light treatment. It involves focusing a visible light spectrum on the ailing vein. This serves to burn and close the vein. Blood is then redirected to other veins. Light treatment is usually done when this condition affects the face. It may be combined with other fotofacial treatments so as to enhance results and healing.

When the condition is on the leg area such as on the calves, thighs and ankles, more intensive variants of the procedure. These will mainly involve insertion of a fiber like material into the vein, which is used to project the light into the affected areas. Surgery may also be used in advanced cases which may require ambulatory phlebotomy and stripping or ligation of the affected veins.

The procedures of treatment of spider veins have been improved and are readily available in most medical centers and clinics. The procedure is quite painless, and does not usually require anesthesia, except when surgery is required.This however is more effective if a professional who has skills on the procedure is involved.




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