Thread Veins
Thread veins (telangiectasias) are also called spider veins or flares. They are blue or red pencil line veins within the skin. With age the skin becomes thinner and more fragile. The blood vessels under the skin also become more obvious.
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 | Thread veins do not usually pose any major health problem although many people find them unsightly. Interestingly they often cause aching and discomfort. They most often occur on the legs, although other parts of the body may be affected. Many women become so aware of them that they will not wear skirts or feel embarrassed to wear a swimsuit. |
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The risk factors for spider veins include: veins
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- Occupations that involve prolonged standing
- A family predisposition for spider veins
- Obesity
- Pregnancy
- Use of oral contraceptives
- Hormone replacement therapy
- History of blood clots
- Medical conditions that may increase pressure inside the abdomen such as tumours and chronic liver disease
- Prolonged sun exposure
Treatment is by a new treatment using microwaves called Veinwave, or by injection sclerotherapy. We will be happy to advise you which treatment would be best for your thread veins.
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