Early detection of venous disorders: observe visible changes!
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Occasionally, they can also be found on the abdomen, chest, breast or décolleté – in which case they are called telangiectasias. On the face, these small veins are referred to as couperose.
The treatment of spider veins with foam sclerotherapy and/or laser is simple, almost painless, relatively inexpensive, very efficient and can be repeated as often as required. There is no need for complex post-treatment concepts or rules of conduct, and wearing compression stockings is also unnecessary with this method. Depending on the findings, however, patience is required until the desired result is achieved.
If new spider veins appear, they should be treated quickly – this is the only way to keep your legs permanently beautiful and flawless. The earlier the treatment is carried out, the longer the result will last!
The reason for the appearance of spider veins is not known, it is probably genetic. Lack of exercise, overeating, etc. do not play a significant role in their development, but hormonal changes such as pregnancy, taking the pill or substituting hormone deficiencies (menopause) promote their development. The formation of spider veins is often associated with "poor connective tissue", which tends towards cellulite and increased subcutaneous fat deposits on the lower legs and thighs.
Spider veins consist of an expansion of the finest skin capillaries, whereby the visible part – which is aesthetically disturbing – only represents a small area of the entire expanded network. The cause is a connection between the smallest arteries and veins, the arteries "inflate" the venous capillaries through their pressure.
Depending on the extent of the arterial part, the spider veins tend to appear red, with little arterial influence, the majority appear blue. It is not uncommon for spider veins to develop in the congestion area of diseased (insufficient) large venous trunk veins, which lead to the dilation of these capillaries due to the pressure of the misdirected blood flow (so-called "internal varicose veins").
Before spider veins are treated, the leg vessels need to be examined in detail using duplex ultrasound and a venous pressure measurement.
This allows all veins (including the deep and invisible ones under the skin) and their blood flow to be visualized. "Broken" venous valves (so-called "internal varicose veins") and possible congestion can be detected or ruled out, which are often the cause of spider veins.
Only after this clarification is it possible to say what results can be achieved with spider vein treatment, how many sessions will be required until they have disappeared, whether foam sclerotherapy or laser will be used and how high the risk is that new spider veins will reappear.
Some patients have the feeling that new spider veins appear during treatment. It is not uncommon for them to believe that this has something to do with the foam sclerotherapy and/or laser treatment. In most cases, this observation can be explained by the fact that the patient's own legs are perceived differently or more accurately after treatment has begun: Suddenly, unsightly spots that have been present and visible for a long time become noticeable for the first time.
Spider veins can reappear at any time, of course always in a different place. However, it is known that the earlier the spider vein treatment is started, the longer the results last, i.e. the fewer spider veins are visible on the leg.
Unfortunately, there is nothing sensible that can be recommended as a preventive measure. It doesn't matter whether the legs are crossed; whether someone is “fat”, moves a lot/little or smokes; whether a person frequently goes out in the sun or avoids it... All this advice, tips and wisdom have proven to be nonsense. Only wearing extremely tight, thigh-high compression stockings (class IV) in summer and winter would prevent the appearance of spider veins. However, this restricts the quality of life to such an extent that nobody is willing to do this.
Wearing rubber stockings is NOT necessary with our spider vein treatment methods. The adhesion reaction of the vessel after foam and/or laser treatment is so strong that it is not necessary to apply additional compression.
We understand that an aesthetic treatment needs to be carefully considered. We are therefore happy to take the time to answer all your questions during a no-obligation initial consultation. Arrange your consultation appointment at one of our VENENCLINICs today.
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