Varicose Veins
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What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are bulging, twisted veins which frequently form in the legs when the valves in superficial veins are unable to work properly. This can cause blood to collect in the affected veins and make them bulge, and in some cases cause symptoms such as aching and heaviness, swelling, or other symptoms.
When seeking varicose vein treatment in Sydney, you must know which veins are involved. When a vein does become visible, this doesn't necessarily reflect how serious the venous condition is, and professional assessment can help to determine if treatment is suitable.
Why Do Varicose Veins Occur?
Varicose veins are caused by weakened valves and veins in the legs.
What Symptoms Can Varicose Veins Cause?
Varicose veins can present with a wide range of symptoms:
- They can have no symptoms at all.
- Alternatively, they can present with pain in the form of ache, heaviness, burning and restless legs.
- They may also cause skin itching and changes like venous dermatitis or eczema, which in more advanced venous disease can contribute to the development of venous leg ulcers.
How Is a Varicose Vein Treatment Plan Decided?
No single treatment is suitable for all varicose veins. Patients seeking varicose vein doctors in Sydney may have similar-looking visible veins but very different patterns of venous reflux beneath the skin.
Doppler ultrasound is used at Bondi Vein Clinic to see the venous system and to map those veins that are not working well. This gives a guide to the practitioner as to where the reflux is occurring and which veins may need to be treated.
A detailed assessment can therefore provide a clearer basis for discussing varicose vein treatment in Sydney, rather than selecting a procedure based only on the appearance of the veins.
Treatment Based on the Specific Veins
Treatment can be endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) for veins that are deemed incompetent and appropriate for this procedure, or ultrasound guided sclerotherapy (UGS) for veins that need injection therapy, depending on clinical assessment and ultrasound findings.
Sometimes, more than one technique will be necessary for some patients. The location of the veins affected, their size, symptoms, past treatments, and patient medical history may affect the treatment plan.
Patients who are specifically considering varicose vein treatment in Bondi can discuss their individual concerns and assessment findings with the clinical team to understand which treatment options may be appropriate.
The assessment's purpose is not just to remove a visible vein. It is important to understand the underlying pattern of venous disease and make an appropriate recommendation to the individual patient.
Other Vein Conditions
Varicose veins are one of several venous conditions that may require professional assessment. Bondi Vein Clinic also provides assessment and management for conditions like spider veins, superficial thrombophlebitis and venous leg ulcers.
Patients seeking venous leg ulcer treatments may require assessment of the underlying venous system to determine whether venous disease is contributing to the ulcer and what management may be appropriate.
For patients concerned about visible spider veins, assessment can also help determine whether spider vein treatments in Sydney are appropriate based on the type, location and extent of the veins involved.
Discuss Your Varicose Veins with Bondi Vein Clinic
If your varicose veins are causing discomfort, becoming more prominent or associated with swelling or skin changes, arrange an assessment to understand the veins involved and available treatment options.
Call Bondi Vein Clinic on (02) 9369 2009 to book a consultation at the Bondi Junction clinic.
