I'd like to have a varicose vein under my eye removed. What type of Doctor or specialist performs this procedure? (Photo)

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I have a large bulging varicose vein under my eye. It looks as if I have a black eye. I've seen a procedure done on tv where they tie up or stitch the vein, make a tiny incision and remove the vein. What type of doctor or specialist would be able to perform this procedure?

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

I would see a board-certified dermatologist specializing in lasers to use a long-pulsed 1064nm Nd:YAG to treat the periocular vein.

Karen Beasley, MD · Answer

Veins under the eyes can be safely removed with laser treatments. It is very important that you undergo treatment with a board-certified vein expert with years of experience. The eye area is delicate and only a laser expert should attempt to treat veins in this area.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I typically inject them once and if this takes care of it, no other treatment is necessary. If it is still there, I perform ultracision microphlebectomy which will take care of it nicely.

John Landi, MD · Answer

There are several types of physicians who can treat this. Many vein specialists remove these veins routinely. I prefer removal either through mini incisions or via sclerotherapy.  Find someone with experience treating veins in this area.

Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS · Answer

You could be evaluated by a Plastic Surgeon, or an Occulo-Plastic Surgeon.Good LuckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACSGreen Hills Plastic SUrgery

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