A member asked:

Would veinwave shut down a spider vein and not cause surrounding spiders to appear like schelotherapy has the tendency to produce?

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Dr. Ted King answered

Possibly,: Although it can happen with any treatment including veinwave. In the right hands, sclerotherapy is no more likely to cause surrounding spiders to appear that anything else. I would strongly suggest that you seek a second opinion to get another take on the answers to your concerns.

Answered 7/4/2013

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Dr. John Landi answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Different treatments: Veinwave works by ohmic thermolysis (basically radiofrequency coagulation) of the vein and sclerotherapy works by injecting a solution into the vein to dissolve it. Veinwave tends to work on smaller veins then sclerotherapy and can only do small areas at a time. You would need to have the veins looked at by someone experienced with both to advise what is the best treatment for your type of veins.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Joel Gotvald answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

Not necessarily: Veinwave and sclerotherapy can both be very effective when applied to the right circumstances. It is always advised to see a consultation from a board-certified vein specialist who can look at the veins & give expert opinion on what will give u the best results. Either treatment can results in other spiders to appear, but a little more likely with sclerotherapy "matting". Often resolves w/ time.

Answered 7/4/2015

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