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Sclerotherapy
What is Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive procedure to treat uncomplicated spider veins and small varicose veins. The procedure involves injecting a sclerosing solution into the veins. This solution causes the vein to scar, forcing blood to reroute to other veins, collapsing the treated vein. While this procedure is mainly done for cosmetic reasons, it can also help to relieve vein-related symptoms such as aching, swelling, burning, and night cramps.
What are Spider Veins?
Spider veins are very small, fine, red or blue veins that are less than 1 mm in diameter. They lie closer to the surface of the skin than varicose veins and may resemble a thin red line, tree branches, or spider patterns. Spider veins can be found on the legs and face and may cover a small or large area.
What are Small Varicose Veins?
Small varicose veins, also known as reticular veins, are small blood vessels that measure between 1 to 3 mm in diameter and are also known as feeder veins. Small varicose veins can enlarge as a result of increased pressure in the vein or from weakened vein valves. You may have only small varicose veins or both small varicose and spider veins at the same time.
Candidates
Healthy adults who are bothered by unwanted veins in their legs can often benefit from sclerotherapy. Ideal candidates will have not had blood clotting issues in the past, are not pregnant or nursing, and have not been pregnant within the last three months. For more information regarding candidacy, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
Sclerotherapy Treatment
During a treatment, you will receive multiple small injections into the veins. The injection process takes about 30 to 60 minutes. The time and the exact number of injections will depend on the number of veins you have on your legs.
Results
Immediately after treatment, you should walk for 15 to 30 minutes. You will need to wear compression stockings after the procedure and every day and night for 2 to 3 days, then as needed for the following 2 to 3 weeks. Compression stockings are designed to apply pressure to your lower legs, helping to maintain blood flow, and reduce swelling to decrease the risk of deep vein thrombosis.
For optimal safety, we do not recommend you fly on an airplane for 2 to 3 days following a sclerotherapy treatment. You should also avoid heavy exercise, sunbathing, hot baths, hot tubs, and saunas for 72 hours.
The number and frequency of treatments depend on the size of the vessels and their location. We typically recommend three treatment sessions spaced two weeks apart.
Contact Us Today
If you are ready to take the first step toward eliminating unwanted spider and varicose veins, contact Glamour Medical Aesthetics in the Miami and Aventura, FL area today to schedule your consultation appointment. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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What are Spider Veins?
Spider veins are very small, fine, red or blue veins that are less than 1 mm in diameter. They lie closer to the surface of the skin than varicose veins and may resemble a thin red line, tree branches, or spider patterns. Spider veins can be found on the legs and face and may cover a small or large area.
What are Small Varicose Veins?
Small varicose veins, also known as reticular veins, are small blood vessels that measure between 1 to 3 mm in diameter and are also known as feeder veins. Small varicose veins can enlarge as a result of increased pressure in the vein or from weakened vein valves. You may have only small varicose veins or both small varicose and spider veins at the same time.
Candidates
Healthy adults who are bothered by unwanted veins in their legs can often benefit from sclerotherapy. Ideal candidates will have not had blood clotting issues in the past, are not pregnant or nursing, and have not been pregnant within the last three months. For more information regarding candidacy, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
Sclerotherapy Treatment
During a treatment, you will receive multiple small injections into the veins. The injection process takes about 30 to 60 minutes. The time and the exact number of injections will depend on the number of veins you have on your legs.
Results
Immediately after treatment, you should walk for 15 to 30 minutes. You will need to wear compression stockings after the procedure and every day and night for 2 to 3 days, then as needed for the following 2 to 3 weeks. Compression stockings are designed to apply pressure to your lower legs, helping to maintain blood flow, and reduce swelling to decrease the risk of deep vein thrombosis.
For optimal safety, we do not recommend you fly on an airplane for 2 to 3 days following a sclerotherapy treatment. You should also avoid heavy exercise, sunbathing, hot baths, hot tubs, and saunas for 72 hours.
The number and frequency of treatments depend on the size of the vessels and their location. We typically recommend three treatment sessions spaced two weeks apart.
FAQs
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Contact Us Today
If you are ready to take the first step toward eliminating unwanted spider and varicose veins, contact Glamour Medical Aesthetics in the Miami and Aventura, FL area today to schedule your consultation appointment. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
