Information Regarding Spider Vein Removal Austin TX

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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.

The condition of spider veins and its more serious counterpart varicose veins are extremely common, especially among women. The condition is seen as an area of skin coloration, usually red or blue, and a web like structure of visible veins spreading from this area. The coloration is as a result of a raptured valve in the weak vein, which cannot contain blood flow, leading to its accumulation in the area.

Spider veins may have various causes. The main cause has been determined to be pressure on the vein which causes the weakness and rapturing of the valves. This pressure may be caused by elongated hours of standing or sitting, especially at work. Old age is another cause, as well as physical injury to the vein and the surrounding area. Hormonal changes have also been known to cause the condition.

Treatment for the condition is available. There are several methods of treatment, the most effective one being sclerotherapy. It is deemed as a permanent treatment to the problem. This procedure involves injection of sclerosant solution into the affected veins. This is usually very effective especially with enlarged veins. The procedure is rather painless and takes about twenty minutes.

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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