About Spider Veins, Varicose Veins & Vein Ablation Treatment
Do you avoid wearing shorts? Do you avoid wearing minis? Do you avoid wearing them because of unsightly spider veins?
You are not alone!
Spider Veins Vs Varicose Veins Let’s have a closer look
Spider veins are formed by the dilation of small group of blood vessels that are located close to the skin’s surface.
Spider veins are • • • • • •
Small, blue and thin blood vessels Veins can be seen clearly under the skin They are usually harmless They twist and turn on movement They are the symptom of poor blood circulation They are also the early signs of varicose vein formation
Varicose veins are • • •
Bulged out and stretched veins They are thick and ropey They occur when one way valves stop working properly
Causes of spider and varicose veins Exact causes of varicose and spider veins are still shrouded in mystery although a number of influences have been considered as potent factors contributing to the condition. Occupations that involve a whole lot of standing (hair stylist, nurses, teachers, factory workers etc) may cause varicose veins. Hormonal influence of puberty, pregnancy and menopause and even the use of birth control pills may also cause the veins to bulge. Post menopausal hormonal therapy and often a history of blood clots may also lead to vein problems. Other causes may also include injury or trauma to the skin, vein surgery. Also exposure to UVB rays may also cause varicose veins.
Symptoms of Spider and Varicose Veins ďƒ˜In most of the cases people with varicose veins complain of cramping, swelling and aching in the legs. Other common symptoms may also include fatigue, restlessness, throbbing and burning sensation. ďƒ˜In women the symptoms of varicose veins may worsen during certain part of the menstrual cycle.
Vein ablation Treatment Let’s delve deeper
Radiofrequency Ablation The specialists may deliver radiofrequency (RF) energy via a catheter. This helps in transmitting radiowave energy through small areas of tissue at high levels. The tissue helps in absorbing the energy and in converting it to heat and the heat destroys the cells that are exposed to it.
Laser Treatment Ablation Doctors may deliver laser energy for transmitting laser light to the small areas of tissue. The tissue absorbs the energy and then converts it to heat. As an obvious next result the heat destroys the cells that are exposed to it. Doctors thus can target the abnormal blood vessels with laser rays to destroy them.
Sclerotherapy Doctors may also use sclerotherapy or chemical scarring for ablating the veins. In this process the doctor injects alcohol and other medicated substance to the vein with an aim to cause the vein to scar and then close. The scar tissue is absorbed over the time by the body.
The Vein Ablation treatment in Huntington Beach is Non-invasive The treatment is usually done on an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia. After the diseased vein is closed the other healthy veins start to carry blood from the leg to restore normal blood flow to the heart.
Post procedure activity Ambulate frequently and don’t remain immobilized for long. During the first 48 hours after the operation elevate your leg in intervals especially when you are not walking around. Progress back to regular activities gradually and resume your yoga and aerobics class within four to five days after the procedure.
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