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.