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Monday, May 13, 2013

By Michael Bayer


Folk talk of spider veins but many folks are not aware of what it is and very significantly if it can be treated. The US department of Health and Human Services has come out with a updated varicose vein and spider veins data sheet. If you are affected by little blue or red identifiable veins on your face or body then you may have a condition called telangiectasias, which is also called spider veins.

They are called spider veins because they appear like spiderwebs or tree branches on your body. Spider veins have been credited to the backup of blood in veins, injuries, hormone-triggered changes, or even exposure to sun. The good news is that spider veins aren't hazardous to your health but they have been known for causing pain in the legs.

There are one or two options for the handling of spider veins. The most common therapy is commonly known as Sclerotherapy. In this procedure, the doctor injects a chemical into the veins that causes the wall of the vein collapse and seal shut, which stops the flow of blood. When blood flow is stopped in a vein it then turns into scar tissue, and at last starts fading away.

Luckily , this needs process requires no anesthesia, and you can resume your ordinary activity level straight after the care. Your skin may become red, and bruised up after process. Often brown spots, brown lines, or red fine lines may also appear.

Another treatment is named surface laser treatment. This process shines bursts of lights onto the spider veins causing the veins to fade away. Multiple treatments are required for to fully remove the spider veins. There are complications that may arise out of both procedures so please speak to your health practitioner about the arguments of each procedure. Sometimes redness and tightness occur after the process. Also there might be a chance for your skin to become temporarily discolored and this could last as long as 2 months.




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