Leg vein treatment - spring is the best time!
Summer is on the way (hopefully!) and you might be thinking of getting your summer wardrobe out. Shorts…floaty dresses…the sun on your skin. Sounds dreamy. But, if you are reluctant to show your legs because thread veins have appeared, microsclerotherapy may be a treatment of interest.
What are leg thread veins?
Leg thread veins, also known as spider veins, are small blood vessels that become visible beneath the skin's surface. They can appear in various colours, including red, purple or blue, and often branch out in a web-like pattern. While thread veins are generally harmless, they can lead to self-consciousness for some people.
What is microsclerotherapy?
Microsclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment that involves injecting a solution directly into the thread vein. The solution irritates the lining of the vein, causing it to collapse and eventually fade away. Microsclerotherapy is a quick and relatively painless procedure that can be performed in a clinic.
What are the benefits of microsclerotherapy?
Microsclerotherapy offers a number of benefits over other treatments for leg thread veins. Firstly, it is minimally invasive and does not require any incisions or stitches. Secondly, it is a quick procedure that can be completed in as little as 30 minutes. Thirdly, the results are permanent, and once the thread vein has faded away, it will not return.
What to expect during and after the procedure?
During the procedure, the doctor will use a tiny needle to inject the solution directly into the thread vein. You may feel a slight stinging or burning sensation during the injection, but this should only last a few seconds. After the injection, the doctor will apply a compression bandage or stocking to the treated area to help reduce any swelling or bruising.
You can expect to see some bruising and swelling in the treated area for a few days after the procedure. However, this should subside within a week or two, and you can resume normal activities immediately after the treatment.
More than one treatment may be needed depending on the number and severity of the thread veins – winter and spring are the perfect seasons to book your appointment.
