Varicose veins are very common and to most of us, very unappealing. Also known as spider veins, theylook like a green web scattered across the skin. Both men and women suffer from them when they get older but women are three times more likely to do so. Also, women are more forthcoming about the problem and feel the need to get these removed much more than men do. The good news is that it is possible to get rid of varicose veins if you want to.
Vein removal may sound like a dangerous procedure but it is not. These veins which are visible right under the skin don't have much role in blood circulation. The deeper lying veins are more participating in the process and form the working venous system of the body. This means that one can easily get rid of the unsightly veins on the surface of the skin if they bulge enough without harming the circulation system of the body.
Varicose veins are not just a cause of cosmetic concern for people, some also suffer from discomfort because of their presence. Since varicose veins are not very participative in the venous system, when they increase in number and thickness, they can become full of fluids. When this happens on the legs, it can cause the leg to feel much heavier. This is also one of the reasons why people seek vein removal methods to get rid of them. Here is a list of some common ways to treat varicose veins in the body:
Sclerotherapy is a method in which the varicose veins are injected with a solution which scars and closes the veins. The treated veins fade over the course of a few weeks. This vein removal procedure was performed for small to medium veins until recently as now an extension of the treatment works for larger veins as well. A method known as foam sclerotherapy is used to treat larger varicose veins by injecting a foam solution in them.
Laser vein removal is also a technique which is used to treat the issue. Smaller varicose veins can be closed by exposing them to large and strong bursts of light. The laser treatment causes the exposed veins to fade away. It is an effective method and does not make use of needles or any other surgical tools.
You can cut of the veins entirely from the body as their absence will not affect the venous system in any way. In this method, small incisions are made through which the veins are removed. It is an effective vein removal method which will resolve the problem significantly.
You can prevent and treat varicose veins in the initial stages by taking care of your lifestyle and clothing. You can also wear compression stockings to reduce their severity and improve blood circulation.
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/varicose-veins-and-spider-veins