Vein Treatment For Varicose Veins

By Freida Michael


Varicose veins are enlarged veins that appear on the legs or feet. The main aim of vein treatment Austin, TX are to get rid of symptoms and improve the look and appearance of veins. The National Institutes of Health says that around 60% of people suffer from varicose veins at one point. It is more common in women.

Varicose veins are caused by a lack of blood flow in the veins between the leg and the heart. This is caused because the valves that are responsible for keeping blood flowing to the heart are not working the right way. This causes blood to flow backwards, making it pool in the veins.

Medical procedures close or remove varicose veins. Sclerotherapy injects a liquid chemical in to the veins which closes them. This is done about every 2 to 4 weeks or until brings improve. Microsclerotherapy is a similar method. It also injects a chemical in to the veins. This treatment is more commonly done with less severe spider veins.

Procedures that can be used to close of a vein include laser surgery. Heat produced by the laser light make the vein disappear. There is also vein stripping, which involves cutting open the skin in order to remove the vein. This is usually only performed in severe circumstances of vericose veins, however.

Side effects for medical treatments include slight discomfort, bruising, skin discoloration and swelling. Less common and more severe side effects include scarring and blood clotting. Severe side effects are more common in vein stripping and ligation. Usually, you will only experience minor side effects. Lifestyle changes can improve varicose veins. This is a good option if your varicose veins are not too severe and symptoms are few. You may just need lifestyle changes instead of other medical procedures.

Try to take frequent breaks whenever possible. Avoid crossing your legs when sitting. You ought to raise your legs above your heart so that blood flow in your body can be increased. If you're obese, try losing weight which will increase your blood flow and reduce varicose veins.

Tight clothes, especially tight clothes around your thighs or legs, can be bad for varicose veins. Choose more loose fitted clothing that lets your body breathe and will not make varicose veins worse. Avoid high heels and choose low heeled shoes which will help tone calf muscles.

Compression stockings are another good option for clothing. They give your legs a gently pressure, offering more pressure than support pantyhose. You will need to be fitted specially for compression stockings. You can find them at medical supplies stores, or at pharmacies.

Some people who have varicose veins choose to have procedures to improve how their veins look. Although treatment can aid existing varicose veins heal easier, it is not meant to stop new varicose veins from forming. Talk to your doctor to find the best options of treatment for you.




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