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Red Vein Treatment




Red veins are swollen blood capillaries that appear close to the skin surface. There might be a single protruded vein or a collection of blood capillaries that seem to radiate out of a single point and extend over a vast area.

Red vein treatment is effective in removing the swollen blood capillaries. High intensity laser beams are used to remove the swollen blood capillaries that lie close to the surface of the skin.

What are the Causes of Red Veins?


A variety of factors contribute to the formation of red veins. Continued exposure to the UV rays of the sun as well as physical stress, mental trauma and hormonal changes during pregnancy are some of the factors that

lead to the formation of red veins. Red veins might also occur if you have to stand for long stretches of time.


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Treatment of Red Veins


A mild anesthetic is applied to the area to be treated. Laser beams are directed on the red vein area. The laser light is directed towards the blood filled capillaries beneath the skin. These help to remove the red veins on a permanent basis. You might get a stinging or burning sensation when the laser light is directed on your skin.

You will need to undergo three to six treatments for several weeks. Some of the side effects are reddening and blistering of the skin. However, these tend to disappear quickly after the treatment.

Risks Associated with Red Vein Treatment


The skin might appear to be scaly or discolored after the treatment. But, these will tend to disappear with time. Red vein treatment is not advised for those with sun tanned skin or colored skin. You should also do best to avoid red vein treatment if you have skin infections or cold sores near the area to be treated. You should also avoid this treatment if you have undergone an acne treatment with Isotretinoin.