Is Sclerotherapy right for my hands and arms? I worry that too many veins will need to be closed. (Photo)

What you are describing seems to be reticular veins. These are normal veins and are more easily seen in thin individuals and fair skinned people.  There are many reasons for their formation including genetics, hormones, aging and pregnancies.  See a vein specialist for a vein evaluation.

The posted vein looks like a blue reticular vein.  Neck veins can enlarge for many reasons.  Your posted vein looks to be a normal variant.  See vein specialist for an evaluation.  Most likely this vein can either be left alone or treated by sclerotherapy.

It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, t...

It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, t...

First of all, I would have never recommended that procedure. Now that was done, appears that the vein closed. It will remain more visible and you might feel that the "bulging vein" is hard. That is expected. It could take 2-3 months before the vein will become less visible. Might take longer to...

It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, t...