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Varicose veins are a medical condition in which the veins, most commonly in the legs, are enlarged, twisted, and overfilled with blood. Interventional radiologists offer non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins that provide excellent results in a single sitting.

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Varicose Veins

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Varicose Veins

Not all varicose vein conditions are painful, but it is easy to detect the symptoms as the veins become:

  • Dark purple or bluish in colour
  • Swollen and twisted resembling cords

For painful varicose veins, however, the symptoms may include the following:

  • Heaviness in the legs
  • Change in skin colour around the veins
  • Swelling, aching, and burning sensation in the lower legs
  • Cramping of muscles
  • Itching around the veins
  • Increased pain if standing or sitting for an extended period

You may consult an interventional radiologist for the proper diagnosis and treatment of the condition. For diagnosis, Dr. Arjun Somireddy performs a physical examination and, if needed, recommends an ultrasound.

Types of Minimally Invasive Treatment Procedures for Varicose Veins

  • Sclerotherapy
    In this procedure, the interventional radiologist injects salt solution or sclerosant, a medicine, directly into the affected veins. It leads to the vein walls sticking together and hardening. These veins then turn into scar tissue and eventually disappear.
  • Saphenous Vein RF Ablation
    A catheter is inserted into a small incision made by the doctor in the vein near the varicose vein. The catheter is navigated to the affected saphenous vein, where it emits radio waves. The heat produced by the waves causes the vein to collapse and eventually close.
  • Glue based closure of Varicose veins
    A catheter containing a glue is used to close the saphenous vein with minimal complications, pain and quick recovery.
  • Endovenous Laser Treatment
    In the procedure, a catheter will be inserted using a tiny incision and directed toward the varicose vein. Laser is passed through the catheter that heats the vein walls leading to its collapse and closure.
What Happens Post Procedure?

What Happens Post Procedure?

After the completion of the procedure, the leg will be bandaged to control swelling and bleeding for the next 2-3 days. You need to wear compression stockings for a week or two after the procedure. You may experience bruising and soreness in the leg that will stop completely in four to six weeks.

FAQs

Varicose veins are swollen and twisted cord-like veins that protrude outwards due to the blood collected in them.

There are over 10 million cases of this disease in India every year. Over 30% of adults have varicose veins.

The main causes are heredity, age, obesity, and pregnancy.

They are highly successful minimally invasive and less painful procedures that provide fast relief to patients.

Get the Best Minimally Invasive Varicose Veins Treatment with Dr. Arjun Somireddy

For more information on the various treatments provided by Dr. Arjun Somireddy, an interventional radiologist with immense experience and expertise in treating varicose vein conditions successfully,

schedule an appointment, call us at +91-8074901386 or send an email to contact@drarjunreddyir.com today.

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