The most common causes of spider veins are age, obesity and hormonal fluctuations. The veins become weak over time, resulting in an increase of spider veins as we get older. Obesity puts unnecessary demand on the venous system, increasing the pressure on the veins, leading to an early weakening of the entire system. In addition to the weakening of the veins, age and obesity are usually connected to less physical activity. This causes less circulation and muscle strength. Both of these support the venous system and keep it strong. Hormonal fluctuations are believed to relax the vein walls, allowing for blood to pool. Factors, such as pregnancy and menopause, are causes for a significant percentage of spider veins. This explains the majority of those suffering from spider veins are women.

Additional causes of spider veins are genetics and employment. A family history for spider veins can indicate a future issue. Jobs that require long hours of sitting or standing may also lead to multiple spider veins. Since most spider veins are found on the legs, it is important to keep them moving. Those that stand for long periods of time should keep their feet up when resting. People that sit for hours at a desk should take breaks often to walk around and improve circulation.

Knowing what causes spider veins and paying attention to the factors that specifically apply to you can be powerful allies in fighting off these cosmetic frustrations. Some factors, such as hormone changes and age, are unavoidable. Good physical health helps the body fight against these inescapable weaknesses and slow down the appearance of spider veins.

This type of varicose vein treatment is preferred over other treatment methods because the salt solution injected into problem veins actually prevents recurrence of varicose veins by closing “feeder veins” that generate spider veins. Larger veins are also effectively treated with sclerotherapy by employing “microfoam sclerosants” and ultrasound assistance instead of a standard sclerosing solution. Also non-invasive, this microfoam treatment is frequently followed by additional ultrasound scans to ensure treated veins have been properly sealed and that any untreated veins are identified and subsequently treated.

Following sclerotherapy treatment, patients are advised to wear bandages or support stockings and engage in moderate exercise, such as walking, for at least two weeks. Further, doctors recommend avoiding anti-inflammatory drugs, hot baths, sitting in saunas or whirlpools or exposure to sunlight for at least 48 hours after treatment. To keep infection from affecting the injection sites, washing with mild soap and cool water is suggested as well.

Minor side affects of sclerotherapy include itching, slightly raised areas at and around the injection sites and possibly some bruising. Several sclerotherapy sessions may be required to attain optimal results, with each session generally consisting of five to 40 injections. The number of treatments needed to eliminate varicose veins will depend on the severity of the case. Sclerotherapy has proven to successfully remove unattractive varicose veins over 95 percent of the time.

Not only are varicose veins unsightly, they also cause leg pain and swelling. By taking advantage of sclerotherapy, patients can easily and painlessly alleviate chronic leg achiness as well as the unpleasant appearance of varicose veins.

The spider veins are caused by broken blood vessels are are not felt and are not painful. The varicose veins are larger, appear to be blue, and can also become very painful. These are the problem veins that could be treated. Men may not worry as much about the appearance of the spider veins, but the varicose veins could be troublesome and also unsightly. That’s why they should go for treatment to eliminate these veins.
Men can go through a laser surgery to have these veins taken care of.

Not only can a male get spider and varicose veins, they can also develop deep vein blood clots. The blood clots are a much more serious problem with the veins and need to be addressed as soon as possible. The males who are more at risk for these clots are the tall, heavy or obese men. These blood clots are called thromboembolism and can result in death if not treated quickly and properly.

Male vein health doesn’t just affect the legs, but also the testes. There have been studies that have shown that men with varicose veins in the testes, which can affect 15% of men, will suffer with male infertility and depression more than the men without this condition which is called varicoceles. This condition can cause a lower sex drive which adds to erectile difficulties. Help can be found with microsurgery which has less risks than a more invasive method of surgery.

Spider veins look like webs of blood just under the skin’s surface. They are small veins filled with pooled blood caused by malfunctioning valves in the vein. The valves in the vein keep blood going upward, back to the heart. These valves are constantly battling the force of gravity and physical issues, making their job very difficult. Over time the valves weaken and the result is a back flow of blood in small branches.

The most common causes of spider veins are age, obesity and hormonal fluctuations. The veins become weak over time, resulting in an increase of spider veins as we get older. Obesity puts unnecessary demand on the venous system, increasing the pressure on the veins, leading to an early weakening of the entire system. In addition to the weakening of the veins, age and obesity are usually connected to less physical activity. This causes less circulation and muscle strength. Both of these support the venous system and keep it strong. Hormonal fluctuations are believed to relax the vein walls, allowing for blood to pool. Factors, such as pregnancy and menopause, are causes for a significant percentage of spider veins. This explains the majority of those suffering from spider veins are women.

Additional causes of spider veins are genetics and employment. A family history for spider veins can indicate a future issue. Jobs that require long hours of sitting or standing may also lead to multiple spider veins. Since most spider veins are found on the legs, it is important to keep them moving. Those that stand for long periods of time should keep their feet up when resting. People that sit for hours at a desk should take breaks often to walk around and improve circulation.

Knowing what causes spider veins and paying attention to the factors that specifically apply to you can be powerful allies in fighting off these cosmetic frustrations. Some factors, such as hormone changes and age, are unavoidable. Good physical health helps the body fight against these inescapable weaknesses and slow down the appearance of spider veins.

Many endure the discomfort and humiliation of unsightly veins, unaware that successful, comfortable, minimally invasive treatment options are available.

Varicose and spider veins do not go away without treatment, so seeking medical attention is imperative.

“Venous disease is greatly underdiagnosed,” says Sukir Sinnathamby, MD.  “People should not accept swollen, tired legs as part of aging when help is available through state-of-the-art outpatient procedures with minimal risk. My patients are awake during treatment- eating, drinking, relaxing, and even watching movies. In most cases they are walking out the door twenty minutes later”.

Endovascular medicine has seen significant advancements. At Varicose to Perfect, Dr. Sinnathamby begins with a careful evaluation and ultrasound mapping of the veins of his patient’s legs. Dr. Sinnathambys’ decades of experience in vascular medicine allow him to more accurately assess venous disease by looking for the underlying cause of the unsightly veins on the surface of the leg.  “At our vascular lab, patients can feel confident they will receive a full health evaluation, “assures Dr. Sinnathamby.

He then recommends the best treatment plan, which may include endovascular (within the vein) laser procedures, micro-incision ambulatory phlebectomy, or the precision of enhanced injection therapy (schlerotherapy). The result is legs that look and feel healthy again.

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Beginning signs of deteriorating leg circulation include: aching, swelling, pain and the appearance of spider or varicose veins. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may contact our office for a vascular evaluation and consultation.

Our goal at Varicose to Perfect is to provide our clients with the very best professional skills and latest treatment options in achieving beautiful skin and painless legs. We realize the importance of looking your best without enduring long, painfully invasive procedures. At Varicose to Perfect we offer State of the Art Laser and Aesthetic treatment with the most minimal side effects.

Our sole dedication to vascular disease treatment allows us to meet the needs of each patient by treating the entire spectrum of vein disease, including:

• Varicose Veins
• Spider Veins
• Venous Leg Ulcers
• Ambulatory Hook Phlebectomy

Varicose to Perfect is under the direction of Sukir Sinnathamby, M.D. Dr. Sinnathamby is board-certified in Endovascular Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology.

Visit us at www.VaricosetoPerfect.com to learn more about Varicose Vein Treatment and request a consultation.