Thread Vein Removal Portsmouth
Eliminate unsightly thread veins from the legs, face, or chest with our walk-in and walk-out procedures. I provide top-tier microsclerotherapy and radio-frequency (“vein-away”) treatments. Schedule your consultation today.
How can I help with Thread Vein Removal in Portsmouth?
Thread veins, commonly referred to as spider veins, often manifest on the legs, face, chest, and occasionally other areas, becoming a concern for many.
For those on the legs, it’s possible they might be linked to underlying varicose veins not immediately visible (an ultrasound can confirm this).
Achieving the best outcomes for thread veins typically demands multiple sessions, but the results consistently impress our Portsmouth clients.
MD, MB ChB, FRCS (England),
FRCS (Gen Surg)
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Simon’s qualifications & memberships
MB ChB
FRCS (Eng)
FRCS (Gen Surg)
MD
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If you’d like to find out more about your treatment, then an initial consultation can be arranged at your convenience.
Thread Vein Removal in Portsmouth
From our Waterlooville clinic, near the historic city of Portsmouth, we specialise in thread vein removal or sclerotherapy. This medical procedure involves introducing a sclerosing agent into the vein, making it collapse and subsequently vanish.
The development of Thread Veins is attributed to weak vein valves that allow blood to backflow and accumulate. As the vein expands, it becomes conspicuously visible. Some contributing factors to this condition include:
- Hormonal shifts (like those during pregnancy)
- Extended periods of standing or sitting
- Obesity
What does the treatment for Thread Vein Removal involve?
Sessions are structured to last 30 minutes and are conducted in our Waterlooville clinic.
For leg thread veins, we typically suggest microsclerotherapy. Here, a sclerosant solution is introduced using a minuscule needle, almost comparable to those used by children with diabetes. After this, a compression stocking is recommended for a week to enhance the effectiveness of the sclerosant.
For facial redness, our specialists use the “vein-away” electrical radio-frequency sealing approach.
Do note that achieving the desired outcome often necessitates multiple sessions.
Recovery from Thread Vein Removal
Post-treatment, it’s natural to experience a slight itchiness and a bit of discomfort around the treated areas. The veins might seem more pronounced due to inflammation initially. As they begin to recover, a faint brown mark might appear but this almost always diminishes in a few months.
Although the veins might look more pronounced right after the procedure, their visibility significantly reduces over a span of several weeks.
What you can expect from Thread Vein Removal
Expect unparalleled outcomes with thread vein removal. This minimally invasive procedure ensures that the veins recede over several weeks post-treatment.
Solent Vascular Care at The Horndean Clinic
Our friendly team is based in the Horndean Clinic in Waterlooville near Portsmouth, UK. We’re easily accessible from Fareham, Whiteley, Chichester, Winchester and Southampton. It’s wheelchair friendly, and we adhere to current COVID-19 regulations. We look forward to welcoming you to the clinic after you have booked your consultation.
The Horndean Surgery
The Doctors Surgery,
London road,
Horndean.
PO8 0BN
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