They're twisted, they're large, they're unsightly and they have the potential to be quite painful. We're talking about varicose veins, which most commonly form in the lower body due to either weakened or damaged valves.
Though varicose veins can be uncomfortable for some people, at a minimum they're unsightly — and it's these cosmetic concerns that often lead people to seek a fix for them. The good news is that varicose veins are treatable, however, the only way to resolve vein issues is by seeing a qualified vein specialist for treatment. While there are certain things you can do around the home to alleviate discomfort or slow growth, there are no at-home remedies for varicose veins. Here's a look at why only medical treatment is effective, the types of procedures to remove varicose veins and more.
While it's true that certain home remedies can ease symptoms and even help prevent any varicose veins from getting larger or more uncomfortable, there are no at-home treatments for removing them. You may have heard some rumors that placing tomato slices on your varicose veins can remove them. It's simply not true. There are other rumors out there that claim simple measures can help cure them, which are also not true. The only way to remove varicose veins is to see a qualified vein specialist for treatment.
While there are no at-home remedies for curing varicose veins, there are things that you can do around the home to slow their growth or manage any discomfort caused by them. Here's a look at some of these measures:
As we noted, the only way to remove varicose veins is to see a qualified vein specialist for treatment. There are a variety of minimally invasive procedures that may be administered to remove varicose veins. These include:
For more information on why the only way to remove varicose veins is with a qualified vein specialist, and to view our varicose vein treatment options and meet Dr. Ives in Fairbanks, Alaska, contact our practice today.