Are unsightly leg veins causing you concern?

We have the treatment; in the form of Sclerotherapy performed by very experienced dermalclinic medical practitioners. You will be thoroughly assessed using ultrasound prior to treatment.

FAQ's

What causes thread veins and varicose veins?

50% of the population will develop problems with their leg veins during their life. In most cases there is a family history so the cause is likely to be genetic. Women in particular find the appearance of thread veins quite distressing but can be reassured that:

A)Though unsightly they are unlikely to cause symptoms or medical problems

B)They can be treated and their appearance significantly improved.

What is sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy is a safe and well established treatment for thread veins on the legs. Although there are a number of alternative treatments, it remains the most reliably successful of them all.

A solution is injected with a very tiny needle, very superficially into the veins, causing the lining of the vein to swell and become sticky. Compression is then applied to help close the veins. Over a period of time the vein will heal closed and fade away.

Does it hurt?

This is not a painful procedure. The injections are made with a tiny needle and very superficially. The solution does not sting. Some people feel nothing, some feel little pricks, how uncomfortable varies from one person to another.

What will my legs look like immediately after treatment?

The injections will cause some redness and welts, like insect bites. These will have gone by the time you remove the compression stockings. When you remove the stockings your legs will probably look bruised and the veins usually look worse before they look better. The veins are usually darker, sometimes with blue, black or brown spots under the skin.

The appearance has usually improved noticeably by day 10-14. At 14-16 weeks the thread veins should look pretty much as they did before injection and thereafter start improving. The full effect of the injection session is apparent at 12 weeks.

Is there any special aftercare?

You may resume normal activities immediately. You will be given special hosiery to wear for a week after treatment. This looks like normal hosiery (NOT horrible white ones!) and you will have a choice of colour and styles. You will be advised to take a 10 minute walk immediately afterwards, to avoid high impact exercise for 2 weeks, no steaming hot baths, showers, saunas or sun beds for 2 weeks and no waxing for four weeks. Please discuss any long haul travel plans within 4 weeks of treatment with your practitioner.

How many treatments do you think I will need?

Budget for up to four treatments over a period of 4-12 months. Remember it is not always possible to achieve 100% clearance but we should aim for at least 60-80% improvement in their appearance. It is possible to get such a result after one treatment but it can take more.

Will the thread veins come back?

Sclerotherapy is a treatment for the symptoms rather than a cure for the cause.Other thread veins can develop. Most people need a top up session of treatment every 2-3 years.

Why Use DermalClinic for Sclerotherapy

• We are fully qualified medical practitioners.
• Thorough medical consultation pre-treatment.
• Full ultrasound assessment pre-treatment.
• Fixed price treatment.
• Cost of treatment includes medical grade (but nice) compression hosiery...no need for suspender belts!
• Many convenient clinic locations and times to suit you.
• Follow up care provided free of charge.
• Referral scheme is in place for patients needing to be seen by a vascular consultant.

 

Prices:

Sclerotherapy Consultation (half hour)
£90 redeemable against treatment

 

£90

Sclerotherapy First appointment (one hour)
includes medical hosiery worth £90

 

£350

Sclerotherapy Further appointments (45 mins)

 

£250

Book your appointment for leg vein treatments or further information please call: 0844 800 7786, or e-mail: info@dermalclinic.co.uk to arrange your consultation.