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Non Laser Treatment for Spider Veins?

asked 2 years ago by cindy in craven in craven
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: spider veins

Do you need to do Sclerotherapy or Laser therapy to get rid of spider veins? Is there some sort of cream besides make-up?

4 answers to Non Laser Treatment for Spider Veins?

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Sclerotherapy injections or laser

Spider veins do not resolve spontaneously. They keep getting more numerous with time. Sclerotherapy is the most commonly performed treatment for these tiny veins; but,  it the vessel is too small to allow a needle to enter, then laser can be done. 
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Sclerotherapy still is best for spider veins of the legs

OTC creams do very little for spider veins of the legs. Arnica is one such cream. Sclerotherapy injections are still the best. They run about $350-450 per session and usually require 2-3 monthly sessions. Lasers are getting better but still are not great for the leg spider veins. IPL and lasers do great for spider veins of the face though.
David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Treatment for spider veins

I am not aware of any topical agents that are effective for treating spider veins. If you are concerned about the pain associated with sclerotherapy or laser treatment, laser treatments generally are more painful (and generally less effective) than sclerotherapy treatments. Furthermore, there are certain sclerosing agents that cause only minimal discomfort with injection. I would review these options with a qualified cosmetic physician. Good luck.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Creams for spider veins do not work

All the over the counter products for spider veins do not achieve any improvement. The only real way to take care of the vessels is laser or sclerotherapy. These treatment are very successful in improving the appearance of your legs. No therapy is a permanent fix, so you will need followup treatments in the future.
David A. Dreyfuss, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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