Spider veins are minute vessels that develop a small hole which leaks blood causing a small bluish line which is referred to as spider veins or thread veins. They can be found anywhere on the human body including the face, legs and thighs. Around 25% of the human population has spider veins some where on their body in some form or another.
Spider veins are no threat at all but spider vein removal is a very common practice, because they are unsightly and embarrassing. Even though they are not life threatening they can cause body pain, tired feeling and cramping. You will notice spider veins can be seen with other veins, or simply by them self.
They can be caused by genes, giving birth, hormones, being overweight or severe trauma. Their are many different treatments for spider veins the most common treatment is a spider veins cream. The best creams contain vitamin k which stops the bleed, once this happens your body will absorb the blood and the discolored area will simply disappear.
This is the easiest way for the removal of spider veins. Surgery is also an option but it is expensive and the veins can come back. Most of the time your insurance does not cover it. Besides that the procedures are very painful and there is a high percentage that the veins will just come back.
They can be caused by genes, giving birth, hormones, being overweight or severe trauma. Their are many different