Spider Vein Removal on the Hands and Face
Treatment of Spider Veins on the Face
There are many ways by which the spider vein problem can be treated. Spider vein is not very dangerous and does not cause any physical harm. In fact, when the part where they exist gets too stressed due to any reason, that patch of skin experiences a burning sensation, itching or pain. Depending on the location, there are few external treatments available for spider veins. Sclerotherapy is said to be an effective treatment procedure for spider veins. However, since this process includes injecting a fluid in the veins through a needle, it is mostly avoided in case of spider veins on face. This method is mostly used on large spider veins.
Laser treatment
Laser energy coagulates and shrinks the spider veins. Laser therapy is found to be effectual for medium and small size spider veins. Since the face spider veins are of small to medium size, laser treatment is used for treating spider veins on face. You may experience slight pain during the process. The spider veins may appear darker after treatment, which should not be a reason for panic, since it eventually fades away in two to six weeks.
Intense Pulsed Light
Intense pulsed light is one of the photorejuvenation techniques. The spider veins that are hidden deep under the skin are eliminated using this method. For this, selective photothermolysis process is used, in which the light focused on the skin penetrates the veins causing them to absorb the light energy and become heated. Correct amount of energy shrivels the veins. The veins are then moved to the surface and sclerotherapy is used for further treatment.
Treatment of Spider Veins on Your Hands
Sclerotherapy
Much like what we typically do for leg veins – hand Sclerotherapy involves a series of small injections into the target vein. By injecting a few drops of a safe sclerosing agent just under the skin, into the vein, the walls of the vein collapse and the vein is naturally absorbed by the body. The body will then “re-route” blood flow safely through healthy veins. Each session only takes about 30 minutes and is virtually painless.
A small cotton compression bandage is worn for two days after treatment. Several sessions are needed. Hands are delicate and only half of a patient’s hand is treated at a time for an easier recovery. You may drive home immediately. You can resume your daily routine, with almost no limitations.
