¿Which are the spiders in the legs?
Telangiectasias or Spider Veins are small dilated capillaries that affect up to 60% of women and 40% of men. They are formed on the surface of the skin especially of the legs, thighs, calves and heel area. They start forming because of several reasons including inheritance, overweight, sedentary lifestyle (long hours sitting or standing), the use of contraceptives, pregnancy and aging.
Most of the women find it a real torment trying to wear Spring essentials, such as shorts and mini skirts and hiding their Spider Veins at the same time.
The good news is that, nowadays, the aesthetic medicine branch offers a treatment to eliminate spider veins and improve the appearance of the damaged skin.
Almost immediate results:
The popularity of this treatment is based on the fact that results are immediately visible. The patient can see how her/his ‘Spider Veins’ disappear as the medical professional injects them. However, a couple days after the Sclerotherapy session, it is possible that the veins reappear, now with a deeper and more intense pigmentation. This process is normal as it actually takes approximately 6 more weeks for the affected area to clear up and for the patient to see the final results.
The number of sessions recommended for each person varies according to the severity of the condition or if the patient has undergone an Endovenous Laser treatment, indicated for those suffering from varicose veins.
Aesthetic medicine can help return up to 90% of the skin’s natural appearance by treating the affected areas with Sclerotherapy; more than enough for those who want to pull those “shorts” out of the closet and off to the streets, and finally show off their legs again with confidence.
Some myths
One of the biggest myths about the Sclerotherapy treatment is that it causes the formation of new ‘Spider Veins’. However, if after several sessions they continue to come back, we recommend you to visit a specialist who will perform a Sonogram in order to detect any venous deficiency that requires a more advanced medical procedure to correct poor circulation.
Medical recommendations:
Wear compression stockings for 3 full weeks after each session.
Avoid sun exposure for at least 6 weeks after each session or use 30 SPF sunscreen.
To relieve common discomfort after treatment, it is recommended to take anti-inflammatory medicine every 8 hours, for 24 hours.
Creams or lotions with heparinoids are recommended. They should be applied during the next 30 days after each sclerotherapy session.
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