Is Varicose Vein Laser Surgery Painful?

1. Should I Expect Pain During Laser Vein Treatment? What is Endovenous Laser Treatment? Endovenous laser varicose vein surgery is a new method of varicose vein treatment without the need large for incisions that may require stitches. Instead of making large incisions or tying and removing abnormal veins, the procedure uses heat from a laser to remove varicose veins. Varicose veins are large, bulging veins that often appear on the thigs or calves. During laser treatment, the laser heats and kills the walls of the vein. The body naturally absorbs the dead tissue as the heat destroys abnormal veins. Blood flow then diverts to other, healthier veins. Why Would I Need Endovenous Laser Treatment? Your vein specialist might suggest endovenous laser treatment if your varicose veins are deemed too large. Additionally, they might recommend this type of treatment to ease symptoms in the leg. These symptoms include: ●Aching or throbbing pain ●Leg heaviness or fatigue ●Swelling ●Skin irritation or sores ●Skin discoloration ●Inflammation in the vein What are the Benefits? ●No surgical incision is needed – just a small nick with no need for stitches. ●Generally more effective with fewer complications than traditional vein stripping techniques. ●Few, if any, complications have been reported and is generally safer than other methods of treatment. ●Endovenous laser treatment leaves virtually no scars because no large incisions are made. ●Less invasive than other forms of varicose vein treatment. ●Most veins treated are effectively invisible to ultrasound, even after 12 months since the procedure. ●Patients report relief from symptoms with little to no pain and are able to return to normal daily activities almost immediately.

2. What are the Risks? ●Endovenous laser treatment, just like any other procedure that requires skin penetration, carries a risk of infection. However, the chance for an infection that will require antibiotics is less than 0.1%. ●Damage to other blood vessels may occur as well as bruising and bleeding at the puncture site due to catheter insertion. But heavy precaution is taken to mitigate these risks. ●Bruising and tenderness may occur. ●Thermal damage to other nerves have been reported but rarely occur. ●Inflammation can appear with pain over the treated area. This, however, responds well to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and even ice over the area. ●Blood clots can occur and can travel to the lungs. However, such cases are highly unlikely and rarely occur. The risks posed by the procedure significantly decreases the more experienced your doctor is. Talk to us at the Conservative Treatment Center in Chicago for a consultation. Should I Expect Any Pain? You can expect a slight pinch during local anesthesia application. You may also feel slight pressure during catheter insertion. Aside from those mentioned, endovenous laser treatment is a relatively painless procedure. If you are considering laser treatment for your varicose veins, visit us at the Conservative Treatment Center in Chicago. You don’t have to live through another day of bulging, unsightly, or painful varicose veins. We will assess the severity of your varicose veins and suggest the best course of treatment. Come visit us at the Conservative Treatment Center, Chicago. About Chicago Vein Care Center: Chicago Vein Care Center, the regions leading vein specialists are the premier providers of individualized, state-of-the-art custom-care for treating the entire spectrum of vein disorders and minimal aesthetic skin conditions. Connect with us through social media platforms: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Vein-Care-Center/225966764219252 https://twitter.com/YourVeinExpert https://plus.google.com/u/0/105594242603427015972/posts Website: http://www.yourveinexpert.com/ Phone: 773-918-2191; 847-865-9949 To Schedule your consultation, click here.