Discover Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins at the award-winning Skin Medical clinic in Northwood, London.
Treatments for Varicose Viens is a commonly requested treatment. Varicose Viens can cause aching, throbbing, and a feeling of heaviness in the leg. The affected leg may also swell, especially after standing for long periods. If you are unhappy with the appearance of or pain caused by your varicose veins, then we may have the right treatment for you at Skin Medical.
If varicose veins cause significant pain, swelling, skin changes, or if you develop ulcers or bleeding, it is essential to seek medical advice. Early intervention can prevent complications.
A fine needle is used to inject the sclerosing solution into the vein. The solution causes the vein’s inner lining to become irritated, leading to the collapse of the vein walls. The collapsed vein is eventually reabsorbed by the body and fades away.
Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins. It involves the injection of a sclerosing agent, which is a solution, directly into the affected veins. This solution irritates the lining of the blood vessels, causing them to collapse, stick together, and eventually turn into scar tissue, which fades away over time.
PROCEDURE TIME: 30-60 MINUTES
NUMBER OF TREATMENTS: 1
ANAESTHETIC: LOCAL
SIDE EFFECTS: BRUISING, SWELLING
RESULTS: IMMEDIATE
DURATION OF RESULTS: 6-12+ MONTHS
Once a varicose vein is fully closed, it remains closed, but veins are living parts of the body and they can re-grow. Your practitioner will monitor your progress and advise on any further treatment.
Minimally invasive treatments with the use of local anaesthetic minimise downtime. After treatment you can resume normal activity.
In most cases, treatment should take under an hour.
Discomfort caused by the operation is considered tolerable and relatively painless.
