Sclerotherapy

What is Sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical treatment for removing thread veins from the legs. The process involves injecting a solution into the vein using a very fine needle. This will eventually cause the vein to collapse and fade away. Smaller thread veins are easier to treat, therefore it is better to have Sclerotherapy treatment at an early stage.

What are thread veins and how do they appear?

Thread, or spider veins are the tiny red or blue vessels that run close to the surface of the skin and are commonly found on the thighs, around the knees, on the calves and around the ankles. They can arrive without warning and their presence can be attributed to lifestyle, diet, excessive exposure to sun and hereditary factors. Hormonal changes associated with pregnancy and menopause are also thought to promote their development.

Who gets them?

More or less everybody gets thread veins as we age. They are more commonly found in women - around one woman in five in her 20's has thread veins and this figure continues to increase thereafter.

How many treatments are required?

At the first visit, the clinic will provide expert consultation and should be able to advise on the number of treatments required and the approximate cost. The number of treatments will depend on the number of veins, their size and location.

Are there any side effects?

Following treatment, small-inflamed patches will be visible and these will subside within a few days. There may be some skin discolouration but this will fade away gradually within 2 - 3 months. Other side effects are extremely rare and this will be explained during consultation.

Before treatment			3 months after treatment

Price per treatment session - £120

See Also - [ Veinwave Treatment ]

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