I Have a Green Bluish Dead Vein Under my Left Eye? (photo(

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I have a green vein under my left eye. I gone to a specialist in the NHS to get treatment. The doctor said the there is no cure because the vein under my eye is under the skin and there is no treatment. If it was inside the skin it would have been treatable but it is under my skin. I can't cover it up with makeup because i pray 5 times a day and have to wash my face 5 times. I really want to know if there is hope to get any treatment to remove this vein under my eye and where I can get this done from.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Undereye veins can be removed or ligated.  This is a straightforward procedure performed under local anesthesia.  I would also use Melarase cream for the discoloration of the lower eyes.

Sameh Dimitri, MD · Answer

The vein needs to be assessed by vein lite and possibly ultrasound. Depending on depth and your skin complexion as well as size of vein, treatment can be planned

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Soemtimes NHS docs are reluctant to do procedures unless you go to their private clinics.In the US, such veins under the eyes that are prominent are treated with sclerotherapy, but more likely with microphlebectomy. In a private clinic setting in the UK, expect to pay approximately 800 British pounds.

Elizabeth Piantanida, MD · Answer

It is difficult to see the details of you "vein" from the picture.  I would seek consultation from an Oculoplastics specialist in your area for further guidance.

Vicki J. Levine, MD · Answer

While this can be treated with laser, some ophthalmologists might consider this a risky procedure given the closeness to your eye.

I Have a Green Bluish Dead Vein Under my Left Eye? (photo(

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