Vascular Care

Spider Veins

Woman with spider veinsSpider veins, or telangiectasias, are small, dilated blood vessels that appear near the surface of your skin — especially on the legs. They often resemble spider webs or tree branches and can be red, blue or purple in color.

While spider veins are generally harmless, they can be unsightly and cause discomfort or itching. Understanding the risk factors and treatment options for spider veins helps you decide how to manage or prevent them.

Risk factors for spider veins

Anyone can develop spider veins, but factors that increase your risk include:

  • Gender - Women are more likely to develop spider veins than men.
  • Family history - If close family members have spider veins, your risk is higher.
  • Age - Aging weakens the veins and raises the risk of spider veins.
  • Pregnancy - Pregnancy increases the volume of blood in the body and pressure on the veins.
  • Obesity - Being overweight or obese can raise the risk of spider veins.
  • Sedentary lifestyle - Lack of physical activity negatively impacts your blood circulation.
  • Occupation - Jobs that involve long periods of sitting or standing increases the risk.

Treatment options

Several options are available to treat spider veins, depending on their severity, including:

  • Lifestyle changes - Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding prolonged periods of standing or sitting can help prevent and manage spider veins.
  • Compression stockings - Wearing compression stockings can help improve blood flow and reduce discomfort associated with spider veins.
  • Laser therapy - Laser energy is used to target and seal off spider veins without damaging the surrounding skin.
  • Radiofrequency ablation - This technique uses heat generated by radiofrequency energy to close off spider veins.
  • Sclerotherapy - A surgical procedure where a solution is injected directly into the affected veins, causing them to collapse and fade over time.
  • Surgery - In severe cases, where other treatments are not effective, surgical removal of spider veins may be considered.

Spider veins are a common condition that affects many people as they age. While usually harmless, they can cause cosmetic concerns and discomfort.

Call 770-812-VEIN to schedule a consultation and begin your transformation now.

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