Varicose and spider veins can be unsightly and painful, in some cases. You don’t have to live with them or have them rule your life. Vein treatment is possible in Chicago, and you’ll find many options, most of which can be done as an outpatient.
Self-Care Choice
In most cases, the veins will not be fixed by doing self-care treatments, but you can always start there if you’re unsure of what to do. For example, losing weight and exercising can help, as well as wearing loose clothing, keeping your legs up at night, and not sitting or standing for long periods. While the veins may not go back to normal, it can ease the pain and prevent them from becoming worse.
You may also consider wearing compression socks all day, which is designed to squeeze the legs all day, ensuring that the blood moves freely through the legs, though this may not be appropriate if you prefer to wear shorts or skirts.
Additional Options
Sclerotherapy is a procedure where the doctor uses injections to damage and close the veins that are giving you problems. While one procedure is required, it can take a few weeks for you to see changes. You won’t require anesthesia and will not have to go to the hospital for the treatment.
Traditional sclerotherapy only works for medium and small veins. A large vein will need foam sclerotherapy, where the veins are injected with a foam solution that closes and seals off the affected veins. While this technique is newer, it is provided by many cosmetic surgeons. Other options include laser surgery, high ligation, ambulatory phlebectomy and more.
Vein treatment in Chicago can prevent things from getting worse and give you healthy-looking legs once more. Visit The Michael Horn Center for Cosmetic Surgery today to learn more.
