Sclerotherapy is often intended for spider veins or smaller varicose veins, while certain laser
treatments may be more geared towards larger varicose veins. It is important that you receive
an appropriate varicose vein treatment center depending on the condition from which
you're suffering. Talk to a vein specialist from Vein Treatment Clinic San Diego to discuss
your candidacy for either treatment.
Once the veins are disappeared, you will feel relaxed. However, that doesn't mean that other
veins won't become enlarged (varicose veins) or spider veins won't develop in other areas of
the body. Some individuals may be at greater risk of developing these venous conditions, and
if the causes and lifestyle elements that contributed to the development of these veins are
allowed to persist, they may pop up elsewhere even after the removal or destruction of other
problem veins through laser treatment or sclerotherapy.
Risk Factors of Venous Insufficiency:
Risk factors of varicose veins and spider veins include age (risk increases with age), sex
(women are more likely to get these veins), as well as family history. Obesity may increase
pressure on the veins in the legs, while sitting or standing for prolonged periods may
negatively affect blood flow. If you've had treatment for venous conditions and would like to
reduce your chances of developing them again, your doctor might recommend losing weight
through diet and exercise or avoiding long periods of sitting or standing. Other potential
lifestyle changes may include avoiding sitting cross-legged, elevating the legs, and avoiding
tight-fitting clothing and high heels.