What Are the Treatment Options?
The most effective option is sclerotherapy, which "consists of injecting a solution, made out of salt, fatty acids, and glycerin, into the faulty vein," says Navarro. This collapses the vein and allows the blood to flow back safely into the blood stream. Sclerotherapy feels just like any normal injection, only takes a few minutes, and doesn't require any downtime. "Some patients may experience bruising, but [that] usually clears up in one to two weeks," says Navarro.