Forehead indent caused by vein - can be done? (photo)

Question

I’m a 24 year old female and I have this vein running from my eyebrow to my hairline. You can see an indent in certain lighting and photos. I’ve asked a few vein specialists and I keep getting turned away because they don’t work on facial veins like this because they say it’s dangerous. Is there anything that can be done that’s safe? Thank you.

Raymond Shaheen, MD, FACS · Answer

Most vein experts are not experts on the face. Near the eyes, foam or liquid sclerotherapy is dangerous out of concern for visual blindness, thus micro phlebectomy or even simple venous disruption is a viable and much safer option. Use of advanced imaging or at least a vein light can be an excellent adjunct in defining and treating this problem.

David T. Jacobs, MD · Answer

Sclerotherapy can safely be performed on forehead veins (and most facial veins for that matter). It is understandable how many docs shy away from this area, as there are potential dangerous complications if performed incorrectly. Seek out the care of a board-certified phlebologist in your area, and they should know how to treat this issue. Good luck!

Forehead indent caused by vein - can be done? (photo)

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