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2. Sclerotherapy: This method is used for the treatment of smaller varicose veins, also as reticular veins and spider veins. A tiny amount of a medication (sclerosant) is injected directly into the diseased vein. The medication irritates the inner lining of the vein and causes it to seal shut. The newer sorts of sclerosants aren't painful when injected making use of a pretty tiny needle, and multiple websites of injection are typically needed. In addition, one typically needs anywhere from 2-6 treatments to obtain 70-80% clearance of the spider veins. The procedure is performed rapidly and quickly without the will need for anesthesia. Sometimes, we use ultrasound guidance for sclerotherapy. The number of treatments needed will vary with each individual, depending on the extent of visible varicosities and spider veins. A range of 2-6 treatments may be expected in order to achieve a 70-80% clearance of the spider veins. We also use a Lyra 1064 nm YAG laser to treat stubborn spider veins.
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