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What are Spider Veins? |
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Spider veins are very small varicose veins. They are thin, threadlike veins that lie close to the skin’s surface and are commonly red, blue, or purple in appearance.
Spider veins can be hormonally induced and associated with pregnancy and menstruation. |
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| Spider veins grow from reticular veins, also known as "feeder" veins. Feeder veins form a network of blue or green veins that can sometimes give a marbled appearance to the skin. They can be difficult to see in some people. |
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Spider Vein Treatment |
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| For spider vein treatment and removal, the physicians and nurses of Vein Clinics of America utilize a microinjection procedure called Sclerotherapy. They not only treat the unsightly surface spider veins, but also the feeder veins that actually cause them. Treating the feeder veins treats the source of the problem, lessening the chance of recurrence. |
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| Many patients have a combination of both varicose veins and spider veins. While they may seek treatment for cosmetic improvement, most patients seek relief from pain. |
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| Schedule a consultation with one of our physicians today by calling 866-923-VEIN (8346) , or by
filling out an appointment form. |
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The information found on this website is designed to support, not replace, the patient/physician relationship. Please contact us at 866-923-8346 to meet with a doctor.
The above information was last updated on 2/19/09 by Dr. Theodore King , M.D. on behalf of Vein Clinics of America (VCA). VCA is the largest medical group in the country dedicated exclusively to treating vein disease.
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