What Is Sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy treats spider veins by injecting a medication (called a sclerosing agent) directly into the veins using very small needles. The solution irritates the vein, lining causing it to close. This can cause a brief stinging sensation, but...
Many of our patients avoid vein treatment in the Summer. Why? Post-procedure instructions often include avoiding sun exposure and wearing compression stockings—two things that don’t pair well with summer outfits. But with a little planning, summer can still be a great...
Did you know that if you have recently had a vein ablation for treatment of varicose veins or venous insufficiency, then you are at a slightly increased risk of DVT when travelling on long flights? Here in the Bay Area, we see many patients who travel very frequently...
Sclerotherapy involves injecting a solution directly into diseased spider veins, which causes them to collapse and fade from view. While it is generally safe and effective, many women who are breastfeeding may wonder whether it is safe for their babies. The short...
For many, visible veins in the arms and hands are undesirable and do not look good. It is understandable when patients seek treatment to remove bulging veins in these parts of the body. There are effective treatments for this condition. However, in most cases, it is...
There are different medical specialists that treat veins. The most qualified tend to be vascular surgeons because they specialize in the entire circulatory system of veins and arteries. There are also phlebologists who focus only on the venous system. However,...
