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Will the ND Yag Laser remove a 3mm Blue Vein?

VeinProblemAug 28, 2014
Hi, I would like to know if the ND Yag Laser can remove a 3mm Blue Vein? I have the prominent vein on my temple and I am afraid of sclerotherapy. I dont mind if the Laser takes several treatments like 5 or 6 treatments, so long as the vein would stay gone. Thanks in advance for your help as it means a lot to me.

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Dr. Manjula Jegasothy, MD
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