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Is sclerotherapy effective for varicose veins?

I have both spider veins and varicose veins, and I was hoping to find treatment that works on both.

Yes, sclerotherapy can be used to treat both varicose and spider veins. However, the important issue in dealing with varicose veins is to make sure the underlying cause is treated in addition to the varicosities. An ultrasound is needed to see if there is a leaking vein and if so this should be ablated (closed down). Usually it is best to treat the underlying cause with either laser or radio frequency ablation prior to preforming sclerotherapy. Sclerotherapy may take several sessions to be effective.

- Dr. Wright

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