Q8. How does laser treatment work?

A8. A slim laser is inserted into the damaged vein by means of a small incision. This laser emits a high energy beam of light into the damaged vein which is absorbed by the walls of the vein.

These walls become swollen and inflamed which causes them degrade and close up. The vein then shrinks and is gradually absorbed into the body.

There are a couple of options: an Nd YAG laser or an intense pulsed light (IPL) system.

For more information about these visit our laser treatment section.

FAQS Index:

Thread veins FAQs

1. What are thread veins?
2. What causes thread veins?
3. Are there people who are more prone to getting thread veins?
4. Are there particular jobs which carry a high risk of thread veins?
5. Is it possible to inherit thread veins?
6. Are thread veins dangerous?
7. How do you treat thread veins?

8. How does laser treatment work?
9. What is microsclerotherapy?
10. Can I use a natural remedy to treat my thread veins?
11. Can you cure thread veins?
12. Can you prevent thread veins?
13. Is it possible to develop thread veins and varicose veins?

Guide to Thread Veins

• Thread Veins
• Leg veins
• Thread veins
• Causes of thread veins
• Treatment for thread veins
• Non-surgical treatment for thread veins
• Laser treatment

• Intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment
• Microsclerotherapy
• Electrolysis
• Alternative treatments
• Preventing thread veins
• Thread veins FAQs
• Glossary