Spider vein treatment may involve advanced skin care procedures such as sclerotherapy, laser therapy, or a combination of the two. These are safe, proven, and salient treatments that will cause little to no discomfort. The patient will experience an overall improvement in the appearance of spider veins. No downtime is usually involved, and the patient can return to their normal routine immediately.

However, certain level of aftercare is required during the recovery phase following spider vein treatment. The treatment provider will discuss the recovery in detail and provide instructions about the do’s and don’ts to be followed for a certain period of time. Dr. Steven Zimmet is an experienced dermatologist providing spider vein treatments to patients in Austin, TX, and surrounding communities.   

Immediate Post-Treatment Phase

The patient will receive instructions about the care to be taken during the immediate post-treatment phase. This will include recommendations about skin care and the normal symptoms that are expected. The provider will also inform about the potential signs of complications, in which case the patient should seek prompt medical attention.

Following the spider vein treatment procedure, the patient will notice a significant reduction in the appearance of these unsightly veins. If the patient has undergone sclerotherapy, they may expect that about 50 to 75 percent of the diseased veins will be permanently eliminated. In case of laser treatment, some veins may disappear just after the first treatment session while others may require multiple treatments.

Multiple treatments may be required in both sclerotherapy and laser procedure to achieve optimal outcomes. Many patients will experience temporary post-treatment symptoms such as skin reddening, bruising, discoloration, and occasionally blisters. These side effects will usually dissipate on their own in one to two months. If the symptoms become severe or persist for a longer time, the patient should get in touch with the treatment provider.

Other Aspects of Recovery

The patient may be initially required to wear support stockings to help keep the treated veins closed and to mitigate bruising. It is important to protect the treated areas from direct sun exposure during the first few weeks after the procedure. Small areas of scarring may occur in some cases where laser treatment or sclerotherapy has been performed to remove spider veins.

It is critically important for the patient to follow all the post-treatment care instructions given by the dermatologist. The compression garments should be worn diligently as per the instructions, and the level of activities performed should be within the safe limits as prescribed. Dedicated dermatology expert Dr. Zimmet receives patients from Austin, TX, and nearby areas for spider vein treatments.

Results

Multiple treatment sessions are often needed because all the spider veins may not respond to the first treatment. In some cases, the spider vein condition may be progressive, which means the patient may require treatment every few years to maintain stellar long-term results. The patient should visit the dermatologist’s office for follow-up appointments as advised in order to ensure a complete and safe recovery and to mitigate the chances of any issues popping up.

If you would like to learn more about the procedures and treatments by Austin TX Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Zimmet, please contact us at (512) 485-7700.

Spider veins and small varicose veins are common vascular conditions that can make the affected areas of the skin appear unsightly. In a few cases, these veins may cause discomfort or other problems if left untreated for a long time. If a patient wants to get rid of undesirable spider veins, they may consult with a skin care expert who is qualified to treat vascular conditions.

The treatment provider will carefully determine the patient’s candidacy for spider vein treatment and try to understand their reasons for seeking this procedure. Dr. Steven Zimmet is an experienced dermatologist providing innovative and advanced treatments for spider veins to patients in Austin, TX, and surrounding communities.  

Candidacy

Sometimes the appearance of spider veins may be very mild or insignificant, requiring no specific treatment. In such cases, the treatment provider may advise against seeking any major therapy. However, if the spider veins appear conspicuously on one or more part of the body, and the patient is unhappy or troubled by their appearance, they may make a good candidate for spider vein treatment.

The patient should have the commitment to follow the complete course of treatment prescribed by the dermatologist. They should diligently follow any preparatory or recovery instructions to achieve the full benefits of treatment. A fantastic candidate will also have a positive outlook, clear goals, and realistic expectations from the spider vein procedure. The provider may present spider vein before and after photos to help the patient decide whether they want to go ahead with the treatment.

In some cases, the treatment provider may first try to assess whether the patient has tried other alternatives such as losing weight, following a good exercise and fitness regimen, or wearing compression stockings. If the problem of spider veins has persisted despite these efforts, the patient may be an appropriate candidate for vein treatment.

If the treatment provider wants to use sclerotherapy to address the problem of spider veins, they should first discuss the procedure with the patient. If the patient is comfortable with the idea of this relatively simple and completely non-surgical procedure that involves small injections of a medicated saline solution that will be delivered directly to the affected veins, then they are likely to be a suitable candidate for sclerotherapy.

Who is not a Good Candidate?

Not everyone who suffers from spider veins and is bothered by their appearance may be a good candidate for vein treatment. The patient may not be a suitable candidate if:

• They are suffering from a specific illness or infection that can interfere with the spider vein treatment.
• They are bedridden or pregnant.
• They are on anticoagulants or blood thinning medications.
• They suffer from an arterial disease in the legs or have other vein or vascular problems.
• They have had a blood clot. In such case, the eligibility of the candidate will depend on the cause and location of the clot.

Dedicated dermatology expert Dr. Zimmet receives patients from Austin, TX, and nearby areas for spider vein treatment and various other skin care procedures.

If you would like to learn more about the procedures and treatments by Austin TX Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Zimmet, please contact us at (512) 485-7700.