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Spider veins can ruin someone’s confidence as much as acne outbreaks can do. Unlike acne, you cannot just treat it topically. Treatment options for you to effectively deal with spider veins include sclerotherapy and removal using laser therapy. Your doctor may be the one who can help you choose which option is well suited for you. Some individuals who have been affected by spider veins are may be looking for sclerotherapy as a treatment option to deal with these spider veins. One of the things that people would tend to consider before making that decision is to know how much it will it cost you, financially.
Spider veins otherwise called telangeictasias are treated by a medical procedure called sclerotherapy. This treatment works when a liquid agent, which is usually concentrated solution of salt, is injected directly into the affected vein. Once the solution is inside the vein it begins to irritate the lining. This will eventually cause the lining to swell and stick together. This will also have the effect of the blood clotting. Over a period of time, the vessel will turn into scar tissue and it will begin to lighten and eventually disappear.
The financial cost for sclerotherapy is not fixed and this is dependent on a wide range of factors. Generally the cost will rise based on issues such as the size of the area of the leg that needs to be treated. The bigger it is, the bigger the cost. Another factor is if the procedure is done by a doctor or a therapist. If a patient needs multiple treatments, then this can also add to the overall cost of the procedure. It is always good for a patient to consult with the doctor and get an idea of how much they will be paying as well as getting a written estimate.
When you opt to have sclerotherapy carried out, then most of the times the insurance company will pay to have the procedure done. This is usually if you are having it done to reduce or relieve pain caused by the veins. If you are doing it for other reasons such as cosmetic purposes, then you can expect them to not cover the procedure.
Again, there is no fixed price tag for getting a sclerotherapy done on your spider veins. Most of the time, the cost of doing one leg is around $100-$250. If you want to have both legs done, then you can expect to pay anywhere from $400-$1,500. The cost can as well increase depending on the how many treatments you need to do to ensure that the leg is properly taken care of. Aside from the treatment you will also need to invest in after care products. You will need special stockings and these are around $60. You will also need to pay for the drugs that is used in the process and this can be costly as well.