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Spider Vein Sclerotherapy |
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Spider veins are small varicose veins usually only a tiny fraction of
an inch to 1/16th inch in diameter usually located on the legs. Generally they are asymptomatic but occasionally
associated with mild discomfort as well.
They vary from small and pink to large and dark blue.
Sclerotherapy consists of injecting veins with solutions of varying
concentrations which damage the vein and cause it to turn into invisible scar
tissue. We use sodium tetradecol
sulfate(STS) or 72% glycerin for smaller veins and STS for larger veins.
Treatment usually takes at
least two treatment sessions in minor cases and can take 5 or more sessions
for severe cases. Usually 80% or
better improvement can be achieved. Discomfort is minimal as Dr. Anderson
does not use the traditional hypertonic saline which can be very painful to
some individuals. Sclerotherapy of
spider veins is quite safe although there are rare allergic reactions. |
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Phone: 803-732-2554 Fax: 803-753-9257 Email:
drandersonmd@earthlink.net |
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Columbia Vein and Aesthetic Center, P.C. |
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Dennis R. Anderson MD |
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Suite
#221 One Harbison Way Columbia,
SC 29212 803-732-2554 |