Microsclerotherapy legs & hands
Remove thread veins from the face and hands permanently
Thread veins of the legs and hands are particularly amenable to injection microsclerotherapy. This is a simple and painless technique which is not painful and is done as an outpatient which usually achieved 75% clearance over three of four visits.
The veins of the legs and hands drain blood towards the heart. Thread veins form branch-like networks of communicating vessels. After sclerotherapy, bandages are worn for two days, support tights for 3 days, and sun should be avoided for six weeks. The management of worse venous insufficiency is holistic and may sometimes need to be multidisciplinary. Early treatment by microsclerotherapy helps prevent worsening.
Consultation
- Detailed discussion of your observations and wishes
- Thorough examination
- Holistic assessment of your health
- Diagnosis
- Discussion of treatment options
- Personalised treatment plan
- Treatment
FAQs
Microsclerotherapy treats thread veins, while sclerotherapy treats varicose veins, which are larger.
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Microsclerotherapy will remove a targeted thread vein permanently, but this doesn’t mean you won’t develop more over time.
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Some patients have reported a stinging sensation when they receive the solution, but it doesn’t last for long. The treatment is very quick.
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We find that new thread veins can develop despite our treatment although this may take a year or a few years. Many of our patients return from time to time for additional treatments.
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One session should be enough, but we will be better placed top advise you once we have examined your thread vein.
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There is a mild risk of inflammation, and allergic reaction. We will talk you through all the risks during the consultation.
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