10 Spider Vein Treatment FAQ's
1. How likely is it that I'll need more than one treatment? How many? And do you offer a discount on future/multiple treatments?
Most people will need more than one treatment. The average patient will need one to three initial treatments to get the spider veins under control. We do offer package pricing for multiple treatments needed over a 6-month period. Future treatments would be at the current rate at the time the treatment is done.
2. Should I be concerned about the treatment causing skin staining?
Temporary staining or discoloration can occur after sclerotherapy. If staining occurs it typically fades over a few months. Wearing the compression stockings as directed can minimize staining.
3. Are certain skin tones easier to treat or less susceptible to staining?
Staining is more common in someone who has darker features with fair skin, such as, dark hair with brown eyes. We are able to treat all skin types but we may recommend wearing the compression stockings for a longer period after a treatment and avoiding sun exposure in someone who is at a higher risk for staining.
4. Are all spider veins treated the same way?
Sclerotherapy is the “gold standard” for spider vein treatment and will give the best result in most people. There are a few occasions that a different type of treatment called ohmic thermolysis, or radiofrequency thermocoagulation may be used alone or in conjunction with sclerotherapy. In general laser has not been shown to give the best result.
5. Are certain parts of the body easier to treat?
The most common area that spider veins are treated are the legs, but spider veins can occur on the face, back and torso. These veins are treated in the same way as the legs.
6. Should I treat underlying varicose vein issues before treating spider veins?
It is better to treat larger veins prior to treating the smaller spider veins to see the best long-term result
7. If I don't also treat my varicose veins, will my spider veins come back?
In general, varicose veins should be treated prior to cosmetic treatment, but spider veins can occur independent from varicose veins.
8. Are spider veins a symptom of greater underlying vein issues?
There are some areas that may be indicative of medical vein issues but many spider veins are cosmetic.
9. Will my spider veins come back?
The veins that are treated will not come back but you can form new areas over time. This varies from patient to patient. Most patients will need treatment periodically and return at 1 to 3 year intervals.
10. How long will I need to wear compression stockings after my spider vein treatment?
The minimum timeframe for stockings is 7-10 days. The treated areas will continue to show improvement over approximately 3-6 weeks.
Elmore Medical Vein & Laser Treatment Center is the premier vein specialty medical practice in the Central Valley. Dr. Mario H. Gonzalez and his staff offer years of experience and medical expertise that you won’t find anywhere else. Contact us to set up a consultation appointment.