SPIDER VEINS

 

Spider vein treatment by Fresno’s vein experts.

Spider veins (also called telangiectasias) are small, damaged veins that can appear on the surface of the legs, face, or hands. They are usually not painful or harmful, but some people may wish to treat them for cosmetic reasons.

Spider veins develop as a result of a backup of blood in certain veins, which occurs when the valves in the veins cannot effectively keep blood from flowing backwards in the legs. As blood collects in the veins they begin to expand and dilate, becoming visible under the surface of the skin or within the skin itself.

Spider veins on the face or hands are often the result of tiny blood vessels bursting. Increased pressure or sun damage can cause this to occur.

Symptoms

Common Symptoms

  • Small, visible veins that look like thread or a spider’s web

  • Blue, red, or purple in color

  • Veins may be flat or only slightly raised

Severe Symptoms

  • Mild dull discomfort or burning sensation

How are Spider Veins diagnosed?

As an experienced surgeon specializing in Vascular Surgery, Dr. Gonzalez is able to evaluate and diagnose a variety of circulatory problems. Dr. Gonzalez and his team will perform a comprehensive examination and take a complete medical history to figure out the root cause of your spider veins. An ultrasound may be performed to evaluate the severity of the condition and identify the underlying cause to ensure the most effective treatment approach.

 Meet Our Spider Vein Specialists

Joan Hill & Ellen Kahn

Joan Hill, RN

Joan has been a Registered Nurse since 1980. She is an expert sclerotherapist and a member of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society. She joined the Elmore Medical team in 2003, and has become one of the most sought-after spider vein treatment providers in the Central Valley.

Ellen Kahn, MSN, RN, FNP-C

Ellen has been a Registered Nurse since 2010. Prior to joining the team at Elmore Medical, she assisted patients in various hospital and community settings. Completing extensive training to perform spider vein sclerotherapy, she has turned her focus exclusively to vein treatment.

 

How Are Spider Veins Treated?

Spider veins and their underlying cause are easily treatable, and our innovative procedures require little-to-no discomfort and downtime. Treatment will depend on many factors, including the current condition of the affected area, and the patient’s health status and history.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is the most effective method of treating the majority of spider veins. An irritating (sclerosing) solution is injected directly into the vein through a tiny micro needle. The vein closes, and then disappears with normal healing. Sclerotherapy has been a well accepted method of treating varicose veins for over 50 years, and has now become the gold standard in spider vein treatment.

Sclerotherapy is the most effective treatment for:

  • Cosmetic leg veins

  • Facial spider veins

  • Hand veins

Dr. Mario H. Gonzalez

Still Have Questions?

Get answers to the most common spider vein questions, like:

  • How many treatments will I need?

  • Are certain skin tones easier to treat?

  • Will my spider veins come back?

Ask The Doctor

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Visit Elmore Medical Vein & Laser Treatment Center to discuss your concerns and discover our treatment options.

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