The most common form of spider vein treatments are sclerotherapy, which is an injection into the veins, and laser surgery. Spider veins are similar to varicose veins but they are smaller and can appear like tree branches or spider webs with short jagged lines. Roughly fifty to fifty five percent of US women suffer from varicose or spider veins. Alternative spider vein treatments include endovenous techniques, ambulatory phlebectomy, and endoscopic vein surgery. Your doctor will advise you which treatment is best for your based on your situation and condition.

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