Lots available: Speak to your doctor to refer you to a vein specialist , will all available treatments , starting from wearing elastic stockings
Answered 5/8/2014
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Varicose Vein RX: There are many successful treatment options for varicose veins. Seek consultation with a vein specialists (i.e. vascular surgeon). Depending on your anatomy & the size of the veins, options range from endovenous laser treatmetn (EVLT) to radiofrequency ablation (Venefit) to ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy to stab phlebectomy surgery. A vascular surgeon is best trained to offer you all the options.
Answered 5/24/2014
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Ablation: Laser ablation of incompetent (leaking) veins reroutes the venous drainage into healthy veins. This decreases the pressure in the skin veins back to normal and reverses the symptoms
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