Is there a treatment for bunch of veins on the foot?

5 answers to “Is there a treatment for bunch of...”

A: Spider veins and varicose veins on the foot

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

A large network of spider and varicose veins on the foot is often referred to as corona phlebectatica. This may occur from genetic influences, hormones, environmental and occupational factors, and most importantly, ambulatory venous hypertension. Treatment should address the underlying cause of the distal... more

A: Yes but make sure you consult a specialist

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

First of all, you would need to schedule an appointment with a vascular specialist. During the first consultation, an ultrasound should be done to eliminate any problems with the main vein. Knowing that there is a healthy blood flow in your leg, the surgeon may suggest the sclerotherapy treatment - a series of... more

A: Treatment for veins on foot

Steven Wallach, MD

Veins on the foot that are bothersome sometimes cna be treated. If you are specificlaly talking about small spider type veins, then there are an assortment of lasers than can treat this very easily.

A: Veins on foot

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

This can be signs of more serious venous disease higher up on the leg. Just like a drip from your sealing may mean there is a pipe leaking somewhere, you need to identify and seal the leak in oder to stop the drip. In venous disease this is often performed with an ultrasound machine. Once the proper... more

A: VNUS Closure or EVLT for venus reflux, lasers for the corona

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD

A fan-shaped pattern of small intradermal veins on the medial (inside) or lateral (outside) aspect of the ankle and foot is called corona phlebectatica, or corona phlebectasia. Corona implies that they "crown" the ankle. Corona phlebectasia is thought to be an early sign af advanced venous reflux... more

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