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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOTV) - Spider veins are tiny venous capillaries that appear as noticeable blue or red blemishes.  They are very superficial in the skin and can be associated with varicose veins.

• Most varicose and spider veins appear in the legs due to the pressure of body weight, force of gravity, and task of carrying blood from the bottom of the body up to the heart.

• Treatment is usually sclerotherapy.  Sclerotherapy is usually the process of chemically collapsing veins.  A foamed sclerosant is injected into the vein, displacing the blood within the vein killing the vein wall. 

• Not all spider veins can be prevented.   But, there are some steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting new varicose and spider veins.  Wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun, exercise regularly to improve your leg strength, circulation, and vein strength.  And control your weight.

For more information on cosmetic vein treatment, call us at Plastic Surgery Associates if you'd like to make a consultation at 616 451 4500 or visit us at www.psa-gr.com for more information.