Question 1

have many spider veins coming up on the sides of torso, all over legs and face, i'm 23 with active lifestyle. think its estrogen issue, how 2 prevent?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal: You should get checked.  Spider veins coming out all over body is not normal and you should be checked.

Question 2

spider veins in my cheeks help!

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Help is available: The usual place for spider veins is the legs.  However, they can occur on the face.  They can be removed either by laser, electric pencil or injections of a medication through a very small needle directly into the vein.  All of these methods work but the least painful are the injections.  Be sure it is done by a phlebologist (vein specialist) certified by the abvlm.

Question 3

what are the main causes of spider veins?

Accepted Answer

Heredity: We inherit the gene for weak vein walls, thus spider or varicose vein or weak vein valves, sometimes later in life after environmental or work issues affect us - like prolonged sitting, standing, heavy weight lifting, pregnancies, hot tubs, trauma to legs, hormones. Wearing medical support stockings, esp for work or airline travel and weight lifting and pregnancies can slow the progress.

Question 4

need a simple explaination for this. what are spider veins?

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Tiny veins: Spider veins get their name because they have the appearance of tiny spider legs. They tend to be most common on the legs especially around the inner or outer thighs. For more information, you should see a vein specialist.

Question 5

can lupus cause spider veins ?

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See below: Spider veins can be caused by other conditions, but telangiectasias can be seen with lupus.

Question 6

what causes varicose and spider veins?

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Heredity: Far and away, the major cause of varicose and spider veins is heredity.  Other factors can contribute to their development if you have inherited a tendency to get varicose veins in the first place.  These include prolonged standing, age, pregnancy, hormones, and trauma.  Surprisingly, obesity has not been shown to be a cause of varicose veins.  It does increase the risk of complications though.

Question 7

how can i fix spider veins on my thighs?

Accepted Answer

Vein evaluation.: If you have a few spider veins then sclerotherapy would be the treatment of choice.  If you have many spider veins then you should consider having a venous evaluation with a venous reflux ultrasound to see if you have underlying reflux (leaking vein valves) which may be the cause of the spiders.  A vein specialist would be able to evaluate you.

Question 8

how are varicose or spider veins treated?

Accepted Answer

Several ways: Spider veins are most commonly treated with sclerotherapy. If you have varicose veins, a combination of things is often used. With varicose veins, it important to have an ultrasound of your veins to see if there is any underlying vein trouble that is causing your visible veins. This is usually treated with endovneous laser or rf.  The rest can be treated with phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, or both.

Question 9

what is worse - spider veins or cellulite?

Accepted Answer

Depends: I agree with dr. Fowler.  Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  Both are benign conditions, both are unsightly.  Spider veins are easier to treat.

Question 10

how is sclerotherapy for spider veins done?

Accepted Answer

Sclerotherapy: Sclerotherapy uses small needles to make injections into the unwanted veins. A # of medications are commonly used, including sotradecol, asclera, dextrose/saline, & hypertonic saline. Most experts don't recommend Hypertonic Saline as it burns a lot & has a higher risk of scarring. A treatment typically takes about 30 minutes. After care includes stockings, walking, & avoidance of hot baths a week.

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Have many spider veins coming up on the sides of torso, all over legs and face, i'm 23 with active lifestyle. think its estrogen issue, how 2 prevent?

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