Often they are clustered on the thigh, below the knee, or around the ankles. The cause is largely genetic but pregnancy, childbirth, birth control pills, estrogen replacement therapy, previous injury and steroid use are also implicated. Spider veins usually are not a medical problem, but may be a sign of more severe underlying leg vein disease. Treatment of spider veins is cosmetic and therefore we are unable to submit charges for your treatment to an insurance company. Laser therapy is not the answer for all spider veins of the leg.
Spider veins can be a sign of more severe leg vein disease.
Some patients may need non-invasive testing and other therapies for proper treatment. The Cary Skin Center has a comprehensive Leg Vein Evaluation Center to diagnose more severe leg vein disease. Dr. Viehman and Dr. Clark have had extensive training in the evaluation and treatment of leg vein disease. Dr. Viehman founded the Duke Center for Venous Disorders. During your visit they will evaluate the condition of your leg veins and determine if you are a candidate for VersaPulse laser therapy.