Yes, nobody wants to have ugly spider veins spreading in their thighs or legs. But it dosen’t have to mean that you have to be ignorant about the facts concerning spider veins. Knowing what you are dealing with is the first step to effectively solve the problem. So here are the things that you need to know about spider veins.

ü      You May be Insufficient on Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)

Vitamin K deficiency may be the missing link to the mystery as to why you have developed spider veins. Blood laboratory exams will tell if you have a Vitamin K deficiency. There have been affirmative results in treating spider veins with topical creams that contain Vitamin K or Phylloquinone. It is absorbed in the skin to halt the progression of spider vein. Treatments and applications of the Vitamin K show some improvement. Vitamin K comes in gel capsule supplements but it requires prescriptions from your doctor. Better yet, try to add healthy food with Vitamin K into your daily diet, such as cabbages, spinach, soybeans and lean beef.

ü      Web Removal By Sclerotherapy

Surgeons use sclerotherapy for treating spider veins. This is a series of quick treatments with injections to fade or remove any visible signs. The surgeon uses a very fine or thin needle to make injections right into the vein. This is just a solution of hypertonic saline (concentrated salt solution), or similar medications. In the process, the vein expands, swell up and then the blood begins to clot. The actual spider veins harden to become scar tissue and start to disappear or fade from view. You can expect a small amount of pain, but most patients are able to tolerate the discomfort.

ü      The Miracle of Laser Beams

This is growing in popularity, dermatologists are using very fine and well controlled laser light treatment for spider veins. This type of treatment uses heat that emits from the laser to cause the spider veins to collapse and fade from view. The actual laser treatment feels much like a quick sharp twinge or snap. There’s a bit of discomfort that goes along with the laser treatments. A dermatologist may choose to use local or even partial anesthesia depending on how well the patient is able to tolerate pain.

ü      Are You A Good Patient?

Going to your doctor for a follow up check up is very important in any of the treatments for spider veins. Post procedure, your doctor may advice you to wear support bandages or more exercise such as walking after a couple of weeks to speed up recovery. Complying with the follow-up, along with a healthy diet and exercise to maintain good circulation, will be key factors in making your treatments a success.