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This website contains imagery that is only suitable for audiences 18+. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks.
Spider veins (telangiectasia) are small superficial veins that may appear on the legs or face. Treatment options depend on vein type, location, skin type, and whether there is underlying venous reflux. A consultation is required to confirm the diagnosis and suitability, and in some cases additional testing (such as ultrasound) may be recommended. Multiple sessions are often required and recurrence can occur.
Treatment options may include sclerotherapy (injection‑based treatment) and/or energy‑based therapies such as laser, depending on the veins being treated. Your clinician will explain expected outcomes, limitations, aftercare, and risks. Results vary and complete clearance cannot be guaranteed.
Potential outcomes may include:
– Reduction in the visibility of some treated spider veins (degree varies).
– Improvement in the appearance of affected areas in selected cases (not guaranteed).
– In some patients, reduction of associated symptoms such as itching or aching (where present; variable and not always related to spider veins).
New veins can develop over time, and maintenance may be required.
A suitable candidate is generally a healthy adult seeking assessment for spider veins, with realistic expectations about the need for multiple sessions and the possibility of recurrence.
You May Be a Good Candidate If
– You have small superficial veins you would like assessed.
– You can follow aftercare instructions, including compression use if recommended.
– You understand that results vary and more than one session may be needed.
– You are pregnant (some vein treatments may be deferred).
– You have an active skin infection at the treatment site.
– You have a history of clotting disorders or are on medicines that affect suitability (assessment required).
– You have significant underlying venous disease that requires a different management plan (assessment required).
Technique selection is individual and based on your anatomy, goals and safety considerations. Options may include:
– Sclerotherapy (selected cases): injection of a sclerosant solution to treat suitable veins.
– Laser/energy‑based treatment (selected cases): may be used for specific vein types or locations.
– Assessment for underlying venous reflux: may be recommended where varicose veins or symptoms suggest deeper vein involvement.
Your clinician/surgeon will explain the recommended approach and expected trade‑offs during consultation.
Anesthesia
Often performed without general anaesthesia. Local measures may be used depending on the modality.
You will receive individual instructions. Common requirements may include:
– Avoid fake tan and sun exposure prior to treatment.
– Bring compression stockings if instructed.
– Disclose history of clotting issues, pregnancy, and medications.
Return to Work: often same day or next day depending on bruising and comfort.
Return to Exercise: varies; commonly a short restriction on high‑intensity exercise is advised.
Assessing outcome: often assessed over weeks to months; recurrence can occur.
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
