Spider veins
Spider veins are small, damaged blood vessels that appear near the skin’s surface. They typically look like very thin red lines that branch out in patterns that resemble tree branches or spider’s webs, hence the name. They can also be blue or purple, although it is exactly the same condition. The legs and face are the commonest locations, although they can occur anywhere on the body. Spider veins develop when small valves inside veins weaken. This causes blood to start pooling and for the vessel walls to dilate and become visible through the skin. There’s a host of possible factors behind the condition, including genetics, age, hormonal changes, pregnancy, sun exposure and certain other medical conditions.
How will laser help with spider veins?
Laser treatment can often work really well on spider veins. It involves pointing the beam at the targeted vessels, and the heat generated damages the vein walls. This causes the vein to collapse, which sounds pretty severe, but eventually it is just reabsorbed by the body, making it fade from view. There are various types of surgery available for spider veins, but laser treatment has a few advantages. First, it’s non-invasive – there are no needles or incisions required. Second, it works well on smaller veins, before they have had time to grow. Treatment typically requires a few sessions, spaced several weeks apart. If you’re fed up with your spider veins, why not book a consultation with LaserHQ? We’ll take a close look and give you an honest assessment of how successful we think laser treatment would be.