Thread Vein Removal
What are thread veins?
Thread veins, broken veins or telangectasia are the small red or blue unsightly 'spider like' veins which can appear at various sites on the body.
At The Cottage Surgery we currently use two main methods to treat thread veins - Veinwave™, and NLite V Laser therapy. We can offer a combination of these therapies in an attempt to achieve the best possible results. More information on these therapies is available below:
Why do thread veins develop?
Thread veins are extremely common. They are caused by a variety of factors including exposure to ultra violet light, wind and extremes of temperature. Steroid creams and the hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy can also induce them. For genetic reasons some individuals are more prone to develop thread veins than others and some people are more at risk because they have occupations where they stand for long periods. There is often an inherited component, for example, identical twins often have the same type of thread veins in the same areas of the body. So if your parents have had thread veins you can blame them.
Can all thread veins be removed?
By being able to use either Veinwave or Laser we hope to maximise our ability to clear thread veins. However, some veins will not respond to treatment and will remain. Whatever method is used, treatment takes some time to achieve the maximum effect. It is not realistic to decide to get your thread veins treated a week before your summer holiday. A little forward planning is a good idea and we suggest a minimum of two months prior to showing your legs of on the beach.
Updated Sunday 22nd 2007f July 2007
