The Good Skin Company offer thread veins treatments from our Hampton Hill Clinic, serving Richmond, Twickenham & Teddington in South West London, for people who are suffering from this condition.
Sclerotherapy has been used safely for over 50 years it is a well-established treatment for thread veins on the legs. It remains an effective and reliable treatment for leg veins; there are a number of other successful and sometimes preferable alternative treatments for thread veins on the face. Sclerotherapy is a suitable alternative to laser vein removal. Kathryn Carson is a member of the British Association of Sclerotherapists.
The Good Skin Company provides a thorough after-care service and is on hand to help you should you have any concerns.
Sclerotherapy is a well-established treatment for thread veins on the leg
Thread veins are commonly known as spider veins
Sclerotherapy is not painful however you may experience low grade stinging
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The Good Skin Company provides a thorough after-care service and is on hand to help you should you have any concerns.
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What is Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy treats small veins and thread veins on the face and legs. Thread veins are unsightly, very small blood vessels. They are red/blue in colour and lie very close to the surface of the skin. Usually they cause no physical problems, but occasionally cause discomfort and itching.
How does Sclerotherapy work?
A solution is injected directly into the vein. By irritating the lining of the vessel, the solution causes the vein wall to collapse. Small vessels will be absorbed by the body over a three-month period and should not reappear. However, it is still likely that new ones will occur in a similar area.
How long does Sclerotherapy last?
The results after one treatment vary considerably from one client to another. Some veins may disappear completely whilst others may only fade and some remain unchanged. On completion of a successful treatment you can expect an improvement in the overall appearance of 60 – 80%. Whilst these veins can be treated there is no cure to prevent them occurring again in the future.
Will Sclerotherapy be painful?
The injections are performed with you lying down. A solution is injected with a very tiny needle, superficially into the veins. This causes the lining of the vein to become sticky and swell. Compression is then applied to close the veins. Sclerotherapy need not be painful, but you may experience low grade stinging as the solution is injected into the vein. Occasionally, there may be a feeling of discomfort after the injections, but this usually subsides between 2-4 hours.
Are there any risks involved with Sclerotherapy?
Although safe, sclerotherapy is not entirely without risk. After treatment there will be some localised swelling, redness and bruising but this usually disappears within 1-4 days after treatment. A full list of benefits and side effects will be discussed during your initial consultation.
