There are five main common venous disorders, and several of them have the same symptoms, even though some are more serious than others are. Some disorders result in cosmetic issues rather than serious medical issues, as they are unsightly, but they also cause discomfort. During a consultation with our specialist, you can express your concerns and have an examination of your veins. Here are the most common venous disorders and their symptoms and treatments.
• Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition in which the heart has difficulty pumping the blood against gravity up the legs and back to the heart. This condition is usually found in the legs and may not be serious, but can lead to more serious medical conditions if it is not treated. …show more content…
They can be painful, cause swelling and itch, and are very unsightly. In some cases, varicose veins may form under the skin, and not be visible.
• Spider veins are the small, thread-like red or purple lines that form on the face, chest and legs. They are usually not harmful but are often aesthetically unappealing.
Common venous disorder cannot be cured, but they can be removed by several treatments ranging from minimally invasive to surgery. In most cases, treatment is successful and the patient has smooth, clear skin again. Some of the treatments are:
The first and most conservative treatment for venous disorders is compression stockings. These put pressure on the veins to help keep the blood flowing. There are several different types of compression stockings, and our specialist will prescribe the right one for your condition. Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins and spider veins. It involves injecting a sclerosant or chemical directly into the affected vein. The injection is tiny and does not require anesthesia or a long recovery period. The vein is damaged by the chemical, collapses and gradually
• Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition in which the heart has difficulty pumping the blood against gravity up the legs and back to the heart. This condition is usually found in the legs and may not be serious, but can lead to more serious medical conditions if it is not treated. …show more content…
They can be painful, cause swelling and itch, and are very unsightly. In some cases, varicose veins may form under the skin, and not be visible.
• Spider veins are the small, thread-like red or purple lines that form on the face, chest and legs. They are usually not harmful but are often aesthetically unappealing.
Common venous disorder cannot be cured, but they can be removed by several treatments ranging from minimally invasive to surgery. In most cases, treatment is successful and the patient has smooth, clear skin again. Some of the treatments are:
The first and most conservative treatment for venous disorders is compression stockings. These put pressure on the veins to help keep the blood flowing. There are several different types of compression stockings, and our specialist will prescribe the right one for your condition. Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins and spider veins. It involves injecting a sclerosant or chemical directly into the affected vein. The injection is tiny and does not require anesthesia or a long recovery period. The vein is damaged by the chemical, collapses and gradually