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Thank you for your question. Reticular veins as you describe or varicose veins can be treated with sclerotherapy. I agree that full assessment of the legs should be done with venous Doppler ultrasound to determine if you have venous insufficiency.BestDr H Karamanoukian#RealSelf100 Member
Green and blue veins that are not dilated are called reticular veins and are very common. See a vein specialist. These can be treated by sclerotherapy but it will take several treatments. If you have a lot of these on your legs, you may require an ultrasound for a full evaluation. Veins in other areas are frequently related to genetics.
It is important to get a venous Duplex scan to make sure there is no upper extremity DVT before hand veins are addressed.H Karamanoukian MD FACS certified vein specialist from ABVLM
Great question! Eyelid vessels can be treated with a KTP (532nm) laser depending on location and size. I know you couldn't provide a good picture, but it seems like it may be worth to have someone look at the vessels to see if they would be amenable to treatment. You will have to wear metal...
Either sclerotherapy or cosmetic laser has potential for hyperpigmentation.I recommend that you use some topicals to reduce the likelihood of hyperpigmentation with Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus.H Karamanoukian MD FACS certified vein specialist (ABVLM) and double board certified surgeon
Post sclerotherapy follow up is necessary and sometimes drainage of retained coagulum is key.Recommend topical Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus and drainage of retained coaguum.H Karamanoukian MD FACScertified vein specialist from ABVLM
When aware of signs and symptoms of venous disease, you should seek medical advice. There are treatment options and conservative management available for handling the condition. If you become informed, this is the ideal way to prevent any aftereffect. I recommend a Board Certified in Veins...
Either way, if you think that Differin is causing you to develop telangiectasias, then stop using it. The telangiectasias can be treated easily with topical lasers. Dr H Karamanoukian
