Telangiectasia are small, wide blood vessels on the skin. They are not looked at fondly and can develop anywhere on the body, but are most commonly seen on the skin and the whites of the eyes. Generally, females are more prone to getting telangiectasia as well as those who sit or stand for extended periods as the weight of the blood on the closed valves causes them to fail, resulting in vein distension. Pregnancy is one of the leading causes of telangiectasia as the body undergoes an increase in the volume of blood it contains alongside increased pressure from the uterus on surrounding veins.
Why our Orange County patients seek treatment for protruding veins
While mostly harmless, protruding veins are unsightly and are commonly referred to as spider veins. They are easily seen by others and occasionally protrude from the skin, creating annoying bumps that detract from an otherwise healthy looking leg. A simple laser procedure is one of best ways to treat telangiectasia. Using pulses of light, the laser then seals the vein, causing it to dissolve. Because of the heat needed to affect the veins, there is a chance of damage to sweat glands if the treatment is undergone multiple times.
How Telangiectasia differs from sclerotherapy
It should be noted that laser therapy is different from sclerotherapy, the more common form of dealing with these veins. With this form of surgery, medicine is injected into the vessels, causing them to shrink. This treatment is also often incomplete after one visit and requires numerous follow ups to completely clean out the unwanted telangeictasia.
If you suffer from telangiectasia, then there are options in Orange County. The certified dermatologists of OC Skin Institute have extensive knowledge, as well as access to the most advanced technology, that ensures that our Orange County patients receive the most effective treatment options available.