Several ways: Compression wraps, injection of sclerosing agents, radiofrequency ablation, surgery, and combinations of all of these, are potential treatments. The best treatment will depend on the cause of the varicose veins, their size, and their symptoms.
Answered 12/14/2014
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Surgery: There is sclerotherapy, laser and surgery, sclerotherapy is for smaller veins, there really no conservative treatment, but you can help to control the symptoms by wearing compression stockings.
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Physician Review: Varicose veins of the lower extremities can have various sources. The varicose veins are a result of pooling of blood with increased venous blood pressure. The best way to close the varicose veins can be determined on physical exam and a focus venous ultrasound examination by a physician skill in treating venous disease. Check out the american venous forum or american college of phlebology.
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