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Will intense pulsed light (ipl) technology get rid of my varicose veins?
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No: Ipl and cutaneous laser are not very effective at all in treating varicose veins. For varicose veins, endovenous thermal ablation, phlebectomy, and sclerotherapy are far more effecitve. See a vein specialist who can do an evaluation with ultrasound and be able to tell you the best way to treat your varicose veins.
Answered 12/9/2013
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IPL: Probably not, except on the face. Better option is sclerotherapy once issues of possible vein reflux have been evaluated.
Answered 11/10/2014
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