The Supratrochlear artery above my right eyebrow is bulging, and becomes even more visible when I do some exercises. It is tortuous and it pulsates. I want it removed because it's in the middle of my forehead. My question is: Can this artery be safely ligated, and if yes, would there be any scars? Last question: How many incisions do you think would be needed to successfully ligate it? Thank you for your time!
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The "correct" thing to do is to treat the underlying venous reflux before performing sclerotherapy for spider veins. These treatments include endovenous laser ablation (EVLT), radiofrequency ablation, mechanical and chemical closure. I do treat spider veins in the beginning if the...
I have not heard of DermalMD nor seen any patients using this. In general, topical creams and solutions do not help spider veins. The gold standard to treat spider veins is sclerotherapy.
As stated by the other physician in this forum you have pretty classic morphed-en coup de sabre. It is an autoimmune condition that is a localized variant of scleroderma. You should have an evaluation by a dermatologist with an interest in connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions.
