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  1. What is the treatment for spider veins?

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    Dr. Anet Varghese

    Dr. Anet Varghese community pageDoctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of expSpider veins will not go away on their own, and while they do not cause much of a problem; initially, they ten...Read more
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    Some people need several sessions to fully get rid of their spider veins. Laser therapy. This is a noninvasive treatment option for spider veins, usually those in your face. Unlike sclerotherapy, there’s no chemical solution or injection. Instead, a provider uses a laser to create heat and destroy the spider vein.
    my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24567-spider-veins
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    Dr. Bo Zhou

    Doctor of Medicine (MD) · 25 years of exp

    Generally, varicose veins are caused by blood stasis and venous wall weakness, which lead to obstruction of reflux. When the effect of conservative treatment is not good, the disease requires surgical treatment in most cases.
    Q&A: Varicose Veins
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    Spider veins, or telangiectasias, are visible, tiny blood vessels mostly found in your legs. Laser treatment for spider veins involves targeting the vein directly with a beam of light, which causes blood clots to form that block off and destroy the veins. Laser therapy is the second most popular option to treat spider veins.
    www.healthline.com/health/laser-treatment-for-spider-veins
    Your healthcare provider uses a needle to inject a special solution into your varicose vein or spider vein. This chemical solution irritates your blood vessel lining, making it expand, stick together and form a scar. This closes off your vein, making it look and feel better.
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  3. There are several treatments for spider veins, including12:
    • Compression stockings or socks, which place pressure on the veins in the lower legs.
    • Sclerotherapy, which involves injecting an irritant directly into the affected vein.
    • Laser treatment, which uses a laser to treat small spider veins close to the skin’s surface.
    • Endovenous laser therapy (EVLT).
    • Surgery.
    • Lifestyle changes.
    • Radiofrequency occlusion.
    • Lasers and intense pulsed light.
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    Treatment

    • Compression stockings or socks Wearing compression stockings or socks places pressure on the veins in the lower legs. ...
    www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324276

    There are seven major treatments for varicose veins and spider veins:

    • 1. Support (compression) stockings. The most conservative approach is simply to wear properly fitting support hose, especially when the veins cause pain or discomfort. ...
    www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/co…
  4. Spider Veins: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

  5. How to Get Rid of Spider Veins - Healthline

  6. Spider veins: Causes, treatment, and prevention

    WebJan 19, 2024 · Learn about the causes of spider veins, a common condition that affects the legs and face, and how to treat them with various …

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