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Permanent Spider Vein Removal?

asked 2 years ago by Lisa123 in Newcastle
Latest answer by Bryan K. Chen, MD
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Tags: spider veins

Is there any permanent effective treatment for spider veins on lower leg area? My parents both have these.

2 answers to Permanent Spider Vein Removal?

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Permanent Spider Vein Removal

Sclerotherapy is still the gold standard for spider veins. If the blood vessels are large enough to inject (sclerotherapy) with a sclerosing agent, that would be my choice. Some people, understandably, simply do not like the idea of injections so laser is also an option. The Nd:YAG 1064 long pulse laser is one of the better laser treatments for spider veins. Good luck.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Spider veins of legs

This can be a very time consuming treatment with a laser, requiring multiple sessions.  Some vessels will go away completely but you may continue to make new vessels (telangiectasias). Overall you should see some improvement with a dye laser or a YAG laser. Injection with a sclerosing agent can also help
Stuart H. Bentkover, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon

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