Causes of Varicose and Spider Veins
The cause of varicose and spider veins is not known; however, in many cases, they run in families.
Women seem to develop this problem more often than men. Changes in estrogen levels in the blood
may have a role in the development of varicose veins. This may be due to taking the contraceptive pill
or hormone replacement therapy, or due to natural hormonal fluctuations such as puberty, pregnancy,
breastfeeding and menopause. Other factors that may contribute include:
~ Standing or sitting for long periods, obesity, leg injury, other things that weaken vein valves.
~ Some people have multiple leaking valves. UGS closes these abnormal veins and restores
the circulation back to normal.
The cause of varicose and spider veins is not known; however, in many cases, they run in families.
Women seem to develop this problem more often than men. Changes in estrogen levels in the blood
may have a role in the development of varicose veins. This may be due to taking the contraceptive pill
or hormone replacement therapy, or due to natural hormonal fluctuations such as puberty, pregnancy,
breastfeeding and menopause. Other factors that may contribute include:
~ Standing or sitting for long periods, obesity, leg injury, other things that weaken vein valves.
~ Some people have multiple leaking valves. UGS closes these abnormal veins and restores
the circulation back to normal.
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Leg Ulcers
Almost all leg ulcers(over 80%) are caused by vein disease. Compression stockings, ETLA, UGS and visual sclerotherapy
are the methods employed for treatment and potential cure.
ETLA or UGS
The best method for treating large varicose veins.
Visual Sclerotherapy
The best method for treating medium and small veins. (spider veins)
Phlebectomy (surgical removal of veins)
This method is reserved for unusual vein disease.(usually unnecessary)
Following the Procedure
To improve the blood circulation in the deep veins, it is essential to walk after the treatment. Regular exercise, weight control and the
use of support stockings (if practical) are recommended between treatments and after treatment.
The following suggestions may help to prevent varicose and spider veins:
~ Wear support stockings ~ Maintain good weight control ~ Get regular exercise ~
~ Avoid wearing high heels, as they affect the proper functioning of the larger veins
It is very important that women stop all hormonal supplements before sclerotherapy.
Almost all leg ulcers(over 80%) are caused by vein disease. Compression stockings, ETLA, UGS and visual sclerotherapy
are the methods employed for treatment and potential cure.
ETLA or UGS
The best method for treating large varicose veins.
Visual Sclerotherapy
The best method for treating medium and small veins. (spider veins)
Phlebectomy (surgical removal of veins)
This method is reserved for unusual vein disease.(usually unnecessary)
Following the Procedure
To improve the blood circulation in the deep veins, it is essential to walk after the treatment. Regular exercise, weight control and the
use of support stockings (if practical) are recommended between treatments and after treatment.
The following suggestions may help to prevent varicose and spider veins:
~ Wear support stockings ~ Maintain good weight control ~ Get regular exercise ~
~ Avoid wearing high heels, as they affect the proper functioning of the larger veins
It is very important that women stop all hormonal supplements before sclerotherapy.
About Hemorrhoids
The term hemorrhoids refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed.
Hemorrhoids may result from straining to move stool. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or
diarrhea, and other possible factors. For information on our non-surgical procedures, see our Hemorrhoid Treatment page.
The term hemorrhoids refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed.
Hemorrhoids may result from straining to move stool. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or
diarrhea, and other possible factors. For information on our non-surgical procedures, see our Hemorrhoid Treatment page.
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