- Varicose veins are bulging veins that become enlarged when they fail to circulate the
blood properly.
- Spider veins are the smaller thread-like or "starburst" vessels appearing on
the surface of the skin.
- Doctors use a variety of methods to treat venous disease. Problem veins may be
surgically removed or injected with a solution.
- Varicose veins and spider veins may recur following treatment by any known method. New
varicose and spider also may appear.
- Question doctors carefully about the cosmetic side effects and health risks for each
type of treatment.
- Be wary of claims promising "major breakthroughs," "permanent
results," "unique treatments," "painless," or "absolutely
safe" treatments.
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